Severe snow and freezing rain in the North West of England have led to widespread football fixture cancellations across the country. Amber weather warnings issued by the Met Office overnight resulted in significant travel disruptions, including runway closures at Manchester and Liverpool airports early Sunday morning.
The hazardous icy conditions raised concerns over pitch safety and fan travel, prompting several match cancellations in various leagues.
The first major cancellation was Chesterfield’s League Two match against Gillingham, followed by Fleetwood Town’s clash with Wimbledon. Other notable fixtures called off include Newport County vs. Morecambe in League Two and a host of Women’s FA Cup and Women’s National League games.
Cancelled Matches:
League Two:Chesterfield vs. Gillingham
Fleetwood Town vs. Wimbledon
Newport County vs. Morecambe
Women’s FA Cup:
Nottingham Forest vs. Burnley
Women’s National League:
Hull City vs. Stourbridge
Wimbledon vs. Cheltenham Town
West Brom vs. Derby County
Halifax vs. Liverpool Feds
Ipswich Town vs. Exeter City
Plymouth Argyle vs. MK Dons
Watford vs. Lewes
Gwalia United vs. Oxford United
Billericay Town vs. Hashtag United
Key Premier League Fixture Still On
Despite the cancellations, the highly anticipated Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield is set to proceed as scheduled.
Met Office Warning
The Met Office emphasized that icy conditions would remain a significant hazard throughout the day, urging caution for travelers and event organizers.
As the severe weather continues, fans are advised to stay updated on fixture statuses and travel conditions.
