Liverpool’s highly anticipated Premier League showdown with Manchester United is set to take place as scheduled on Sunday, despite significant snowfall causing disruptions across northern England.
The fixture faced potential postponement due to weather and travel challenges.
However, Liverpool confirmed the match will proceed after two comprehensive safety meetings to evaluate the situation.
Anfield Prepared Amid Weather Concerns
The playing surface at Anfield remained unaffected, thanks to its reliable undersoil heating system.
However, concerns arose regarding local travel conditions and access roads, prompting a Safety Advisory Group—including representatives from Liverpool City Council and emergency services—to deliberate on whether the game could be held safely.
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Runways at Liverpool and Manchester airports were temporarily closed due to heavy snowfall, and Liverpool Lime Street station, the city’s main rail hub, announced service suspensions until midday on Sunday.
Liverpool reassured fans in an official statement:
“Today’s fixture against Manchester United will go ahead as planned. Two safety meetings were held earlier to assess the weather and travel conditions.
We thank everyone involved in helping us to get this game on today. If you’re travelling to Anfield, please take extra care. We look forward to seeing you there.”
Avoiding Fixture Congestion
A postponement would have added to Liverpool’s growing fixture list, following the postponement of last month’s Merseyside derby against Everton at Goodison Park due to Storm Darragh.
Arne Slot’s team already faces a busy schedule, beginning with the Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham this week and an FA Cup third-round tie against Accrington Stanley next Saturday.
Liverpool also remains at the top of the Champions League standings, ensuring further commitments in Europe.
This decision ensures fans will still enjoy the spectacle of one of the league’s most iconic rivalries, albeit under snowy skies.
