According to The Independent, an amber weather warning has been issued for large parts of northern England, with snow and ice causing significant disruptions. The severe weather has led to closed runways at both Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport, raising concerns over fan safety and logistical challenges.
While the playing surface at Anfield is likely to be prepared and deemed playable by match officials, the broader safety concerns for travelling fans have taken centre stage. National Highways has issued a severe weather warning, advising against non-essential travel in the affected regions. This has added another layer of uncertainty to the fixture, with no official statement yet from the Premier League regarding a potential postponement.
This isn’t the first time Liverpool’s fixtures have been disrupted by extreme weather conditions this season. Back in December, the Merseyside derby against Everton was postponed due to Storm Darragh, and the match is yet to be rescheduled. Today’s game was seen as an opportunity for Liverpool to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table. Currently, they sit five points clear of Arsenal, who dropped crucial points in a draw against Brighton yesterday.
On the other hand, Manchester United find themselves languishing in 14th place in the league. The team has struggled for form this season and faces mounting pressure to turn things around. A postponed fixture would give manager Ruben Amorim more time to regroup, but it would also delay an opportunity to make up ground in the standings.
Fans of both clubs have taken to social media to express their concerns and frustrations. For travelling supporters, especially those coming from distant locations, the uncertainty surrounding the fixture has caused logistical headaches. Many fans have called for early communication from the Premier League to avoid unnecessary travel in dangerous conditions.
Fulham’s match against Ipswich at Craven Cottage is also set to take place later today. However, the snow has been lighter in London, and temperatures are expected to rise, making disruption less likely in the south. Nevertheless, weather-related unpredictability remains a concern across the league this weekend.
With weather conditions continuing to worsen in the north, the Premier League will need to weigh the risks carefully before making a decision on the Liverpool vs Manchester United fixture.
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