Snow Halts Five SPFL Matches; Further Inspections Expected
Severe winter weather has disrupted the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL), leading to the postponement of five matches. This decision was made due to freezing conditions and snow across various regions of Scotland.
Matches Affected by Snow
- Cove Rangers vs. Montrose (League 1)
- Elgin City vs. East Kilbride (League 2)
- Ayr United vs. Queen’s Park (Championship)
- Dunfermline Athletic vs. Ross County (Championship)
- Hamilton Academical vs. East Fife (League 1)
- Stirling Albion vs. Annan Athletic (League 2)
These postponements were confirmed on Friday and Saturday, with snow causing unsafe playing conditions. Talks of uncertainty surrounded the Hamilton Academical match, as players considered not participating due to late payment issues.
Critical Situation for Hamilton Academical
Hamilton’s caretaker manager, Darian MacKinnon, addressed fans about the team’s capability to field a squad despite financial difficulties. He recognized the club is in a “critical” state but assured supporters of their readiness.
Pitches Pass Inspection
Amid the disruptions, the match between Spartans and Dumbarton in League 2 was able to proceed after passing a Saturday pitch inspection. This highlights the varying conditions experienced across different venues.
The SPFL is expected to conduct further inspections as weather conditions fluctuate. Fans eagerly await updates as the league strives to resume a regular schedule amidst the winter challenges.
