But there's a good reason for the early start as the all-important Champions League clash between Galatasaray and Juventus has just been postponed due to a freak snow storm.
The #UCL fixture between @GalatasaraySK & @juventusfc has been abandoned after a snow storm caused the pitch to become unplayable. 1/2
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) December 10, 2013According to article 11.04 of the competition regulations, the remaining match time must be played either tomorrow or on a reserve date ...
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) December 10, 2013... or other date set by the UEFA administration.
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) December 10, 2013