Thunderstorm Halts Germany-Denmark Clash in Euro 2023

A thunderstorm and hailstorm interrupted the Germany-Denmark round-of-16 clash in the European Championship, forcing players to take cover. Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand, who had previously experienced a similar incident, emphasized player safety. The game resumed after 24 minutes, with Germany eventually winning 2-0 to advance to the quarterfinals.

A sudden thunderstorm accompanied by heavy hail interrupted the highly anticipated Germany-Denmark round-of-16 clash at the European Championship, forcing players to take cover for their safety.

Denmark's coach, Kasper Hjulmand, who remembered a harrowing past incident involving lightning, prioritized player safety. "I was not afraid but I was looking after the security of the players," he stated, recalling the 2009 lightning strike incident involving Jonathan Richter.

The match, halted in the 35th minute by referee Michael Oliver, resumed 24 minutes later after the weather improved. Germany eventually secured a 2-0 victory, advancing to the quarterfinals where they will face Spain or Georgia on July 5.

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