The Merseyside derby on Saturday between Everton and Liverpool has been postponed because of Storm Darragh.
Programming alert: In place of Everton vs Liverpool we can be airing a replay of the thrilling draw between Newcastle and Liverpool on Wednesday, which you’ll be able to watch reside right here on-line and on USA Network.
An announcement was launched by Everton simply over three hours earlier than kick off asserting the postponement because of “adversarial climate circumstances” as a lot of the UK was hit by robust winds and heavy rain.
Winds of as much as 90mph have been lashing the UK, with the City of Liverpool underneath an “amber extreme wind warning” till early on Sunday.
Below is the assertion in full, as what is predicted to be the ultimate Merseyside derby (within the Premier League) at Goodison Park will now be rearranged to a later date this season.
Everton assertion on recreation vs Liverpool postponed
Everton’s Premier League fixture towards Liverpool, scheduled for 12.30pm (GMT) as we speak, Saturday 7 December, has been postponed.
Following a Safety Advisory Group assembly at Goodison Park, attended by officers from each golf equipment, in addition to representatives from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council this morning, it was determined that, as a result of danger to security within the native space because of robust wind gusts, and an amber extreme wind warning that is still in place till 6am on Sunday, as we speak’s fixture ought to be postponed on security grounds.
We apologise for the inconvenience induced and thank supporters for his or her understanding. Whilst we recognize this can be deeply disappointing for supporters, the protection of followers, workers and gamers is of paramount significance.
Information regarding a rearranged date for the fixture can be introduced sooner or later. All tickets bought for the unique fixture will stay legitimate for the rearranged fixture.
