Scunthorpe United FC's highly anticipated Isuzu FA Trophy match against Clitheroe has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. The primary concern was the frozen pitch at the Attis Arena, which resulted from temperatures plummeting overnight, causing the playing surface to freeze. This decision was made with the safety of players and spectators in mind, as the surrounding areas were deemed unsafe due to the harsh frost.
The pitch inspection, conducted on Friday at lunchtime, confirmed the frozen state of the field. However, it's worth noting that if the game had been played on that day, it would have gone ahead, as the forecast didn't indicate any significant concerns. The club had been in close communication with Clitheroe FC, considering travel plans and supporter safety.
To prevent unnecessary travel, the decision to postpone the match was made before the appointed departure times. This was a challenging choice, but it was the right one to ensure the well-being of all involved. The game has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 13th, at 7:45 pm, and all tickets remain valid for the rearranged fixture. Due to the postponement, the ticket office will be closed today, and refund requests will be processed from Monday. Online orders can be processed by emailing sufctickets@scunthorpe-united.co.uk with the order number and ticket details. All refunds must be requested before the rescheduled kickoff time.
