Benfica-Sporting Lisbon called off because of high winds

Tonight's Lisbon derby between the top two clubs in Portugal, Benfica and Sporting Lisbon, has been abandoned because of high winds.

It had been raining all day in the capital, but it was the windy Atlantic conditions that forced the postponement as bits of debris flew off the Estadio da Luz and onto the pitch.

The expectant fans were unhappy with the decision, but soon after the announcement was made, a metal sheet also fell into an area where supporters would have been.

Benfica are top of the Primeira Liga, two points ahead of Sporting, after 17 games of the 30-match season.