Liverpool’s upcoming match against Manchester United at Anfield faces the risk of postponement due to severe weather conditions, which have already impacted their season.
Earlier this December, their derby against Everton was canceled because of Storm Darragh, with the fixture rescheduled for February. Now, another potential delay looms as adverse weather threatens Sunday’s encounter with United.
The match is under threat after the Met Office issued an amber weather warning for Merseyside, highlighting the potential dangers posed by freezing rain and snow. The forecast predicts that temperatures will drop to as low as -2°C during the 4:30 pm kickoff, putting the fixture in doubt.
The region could experience up to 40cm of snow, leading to public transport disruptions and potentially hazardous conditions for fans traveling to the game. Supporters are advised to take necessary precautions, including wearing warm clothing, carrying food, water, blankets, and ice scrapers to handle potential travel difficulties.
Liverpool’s schedule is already tightly packed, with the club playing twice a week through mid-February, leaving limited options for rescheduling the fixture.
If the match is postponed, the only likely window for a rescheduled fixture would be February, but this could conflict with European commitments, especially if Manchester United are involved in the Europa League play-offs. If the game cannot be rearranged then, it might be pushed as far as April, further complicating both teams’ fixtures.
Despite the potential impact on their league aspirations, Liverpool prioritizes the safety of players, staff, and fans above all.
The Reds are currently in excellent form, and a win against United would help their push for the top spots in the Premier League, but ensuring that the match can be played safely is the overriding concern.
Authorities may have no choice but to postpone the match if weather conditions continue to worsen and travel becomes unsafe for everyone involved.
Given the unpredictability of the weather and the challenges posed by a tightly packed fixture list, it remains to be seen if the match will go ahead as planned.
Fans and teams alike will be hoping for a break in the weather that allows the highly anticipated derby to take place on Sunday, as originally scheduled. However, in such extreme conditions, the safety of all involved is of utmost importance, and any decision made will ultimately prioritize this criticalaspect.
