Thunderstorms brought about flash flooding in New York hours before the final match.
The city felt sudden deluges that burdened drainage systems.
At the same time, heavy rain produced flash flooding in Okehampton, Devon.
Emergency crews attended reports of blocked cars and properties at risk.
Storms brought journey delays and safety warnings across parts of the UK.
In the US, five members of a Utah firefighter’s family were found dead after a flash flood in Wayne County.
The victims consisted of the fireman, his spouse and their three boys.
The flooding affected Fishlake National Forest during harsh weather.