Confirmed: Liverpool FC vs Manchester United decision made after safety meeting
Liverpool are due to host Man Utd in the Premier League fixture from Anfield on Sunday afternoon.
Manchester United’s trip to face Liverpool in the Premier League WILL go ahead following two safety meetings at Anfield.
The match was cast into doubt after heavy snowfall across the North West of England, posing treacherous conditions to anyone wishing to attend the match in person. An amber weather warning was put in place across the region, which is defined as 'a potential risk to life and significant travel disruption.'
Liverpool City Council's Safety Advisory Group were due to meet at 9am GMT to determine whether the game could go ahead, but deferred the final call until midday to allow as much time as possible for the match to be deemed playable, while still giving consideration to match going supporters.
It has now been confirmed the match will go ahead as planned. An official Liverpool statement read: “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 then please take extra care. We look forward to seeing you there.”
Trains have already been cancelled on Sunday morning due to the impact of the weather, including one Northern Rail service between Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Lime Street. Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport have also been forced to delay flights due to the snow on the runways at both transport hubs.