Merseyside Derby postponed due to Storm Darragh

The Merseyside Derby, originally scheduled for 12.30pm today (Saturday, December 7), has been postponed.

The decision to postpone the Merseyside Derby followed a meeting of the Safety Advisory Group at Goodison Park this morning, which included representatives from both clubs, Merseyside Police, and Liverpool City Council.

Concerns about safety in the local area due to strong wind gusts and an amber severe wind warning, in effect until 6am on Sunday, led to the postponement being agreed on safety grounds.

In a joint statement, the clubs apologised for the inconvenience caused, while acknowledging the importance of prioritising the safety of fans, staff, and players.

They thanked supporters for their understanding, acknowledging the disappointment this decision will bring to both sets of fans.

The statement read:

“Following a Safety Advisory Group meeting at Goodison Park, attended by officials from both clubs, as well as representatives from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council this morning, it was decided that, due to the risk to safety in the local area due to strong wind gusts, and an amber severe wind warning that remains in place until 6am on Sunday, today’s fixture should be postponed on safety grounds.

“We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank supporters for their understanding. Whilst we appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, the safety of fans, staff and players is of paramount importance.

“Information relating to a rearranged date for the fixture will be announced in due course.

“All tickets purchased for the original fixture will remain valid for the rearranged fixture.”

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