The local authorities in Liverpool have decided on the fate of the Reds’ match against Manchester United, scheduled for Sunday at Anfield.
The city of Liverpool is experiencing a severe storm that has blanketed the ground in white due to heavy snowfall, and some public transportation has been disrupted due to the adverse weather conditions.
On Sunday morning, Liverpool issued a statement announcing that the match would proceed as scheduled for the time being, pending a further meeting with the authorities in the afternoon to discuss the matter.
After extensive deliberations, the local authorities decided to hold the Liverpool vs. Manchester United match on time and not postpone it to a later date. Despite the poor weather conditions, it was determined that fans could safely attend the match, and there was no risk to their safety.
Thus, the Northwest Derby will kick off as scheduled at 7:30 PM Mecca time on Sunday.
Liverpool enters the match at the top of the Premier League with 45 points. A win would extend their lead over second-placed Arsenal to 8 points, with the Reds having played one fewer game.
Previously, the local authorities in Liverpool had postponed the Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton last November due to poor weather conditions.
