The Germany vs. Denmark match was delayed by nearly half an hour due to hail.

As soon as the rain and lightning appeared, referee Michael Oliver decided to suspend the match and allow players from both teams to leave the field - Photo: REUTERS

The match between Germany and Denmark in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 started at 2:00 AM on June 30th and only lasted 34 minutes. After that, referee Michael Oliver blew the whistle and ordered the players from both sides to leave the field.

Television footage showed heavy rain falling on Signal Iduna Park (Dortmund), accompanied by thunder and lightning. A few minutes later, hailstones began to fall.

The Euro 2024 organizers also issued a statement saying: "Due to adverse weather conditions (storms and heavy rain) in Dortmund, the match between Germany and Denmark in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 has been postponed. UEFA will make an announcement regarding the resumption of the match based on the actual situation."

Meanwhile, BBC journalist Gary Rose updated the situation, saying: "The thunder rumbled, frightening many people on the pitch. Heavy rain also poured down."

Even though the players, coaching staff, and referees had to leave the field, the stands were still filled with a festive atmosphere. The cheers of fans from both teams continued despite their attempts to find shelter from the rain. Two Danish fans even joined in the fun with a humorous rain shower.

Before the first half was temporarily suspended, the home team Germany had a very exciting start. They played offensively, constantly pressing and soon scored against Denmark, but the goal was disallowed.

Subsequently, opportunities arose for Joshua Kimmich, Kai Havertz, and others, but goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel made outstanding saves to keep a clean sheet.

At the time the match was suspended, Denmark had just regained control of the game and were playing better. After about 25 minutes, both teams returned to the field to warm up and the match resumed from the 35th minute.

The German and Danish players entered the technical area, then went straight into the tunnel as heavy rain poured down - Photo: REUTERS

The organizers announced the postponement of the match due to unfavorable weather conditions - Photo: REUTERS

Rain poured down on the stands of Signal Iduna Park, forcing fans to seek shelter - Photo: REUTERS

Some fans enjoy themselves in the rain - Photo: REUTERS

Two Danish fans take a shower in the rain while the match is delayed - Photo: REUTERS

On the pitch, staff are still working hard to ensure the quality of the playing surface - Photo: REUTERS

After nearly half an hour, the two teams returned to the field to continue the match from the 35th minute - Photo: REUTERS

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