Liverpool release a statement following another safety meeting at Anfield as concerns grow over potential postponements.

Liverpool issued a statement following a safety meeting at Anfield to evaluate weather and travel conditions ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash against Manchester United. Overnight snowfall in Merseyside raised concerns about the game’s potential postponement, but after two safety reviews, it was confirmed that the match would proceed as planned.

 

The first Safety Advisory Group meeting at 9am deferred the final decision to 11:45am, with Liverpool releasing an initial statement at 9:31am stating, “Every effort is being made to get the game on.” A second review at midday confirmed the fixture would go ahead. Liverpool thanked all parties involved for ensuring the game could proceed, urging fans to exercise caution while traveling.

 

Manchester United also updated their supporters, confirming the decision and advising fans to be mindful of weather conditions. Both Liverpool and Manchester airports reopened, and roads were reported as reasonably safe for travel, according to local sources.

 

This decision ensures the much-anticipated 4:30pm kick-off will proceed, despite earlier conc

erns.

 

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