The Napoli vs. Cagliari match has seen kick-off delayed by 30 minutes, as strong winds damaged the roof and caused problems in allowing fans into the Stadio Maradona.

It was supposed to kick off at 17.00 GMT, but that has now been shifted to 17.30 GMT.

You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens on the LIVEBLOG.

There were problems in the city caused by very strong and cold winds this afternoon and concerns that some of the roof sections had been damaged or dislodged.

In order for the local authorities to make a full inspection of the stadium, the turnstiles in some sections remained closed for far longer than expected.

This caused long queues outside the arena and there were still thousands trying to enter when the teams had completed their warm-ups.

In order to ensure everyone who purchased a ticket could get in to see the game, the Lega Serie A agreed to postpone kick-off by 30 minutes.

The teams are continuing with an extra warm-up to be ready for the new start time.

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