The most recent Met Office bulletin raises the possibility that Dundee United’s home match against Rangers will be postponed.
Ahead of the Gers’ journey to Tannadice Park on January 26, the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning [26 January], citing the possibility of snow and ice that could prevent the game from starting.
This comes after Storm Eowyn caused turmoil throughout the United Kingdom, forcing Celtic to postpone their home match against Dundee owing to damage at Celtic Park.
Due to a weather warning, Dundee United vs. Rangers is at risk.
The latest weather warning has arrived at the perfect moment for Gers fans to prepare for the hour-long journey to Dundee, enabling them to make an informed decision about whether or not to travel.
Naturally, Philippe Clement and his team would appreciate the support at Tannadice Park, but it is not ideal for the supporters to be left stuck in Dundee following the Scottish Premiership match.
The Light Blues have a fantastic opportunity to exert pressure on the league leaders as a result of the Hoops’ postponed match against Dundee, but if their match is also postponed, that will all be undone.
Sport is important, but before Sunday’s match, the safety and well-being of the fans should come first. If this isn’t possible, the SPFL may decide for the clubs.
Due to red warnings in Scotland, fans were encouraged to stay an extra night, and the Gers were already under a weather alert for their journey to Manchester for a Europa League match.
Although Dundee is considerably closer than Old Trafford, this scenario is more simpler. However, if the game is postponed closer to kickoff, supporters may still be wasting a significant portion of their weekend and hard-earned money.
If a choice were made before leaving their warm homes, supporters would be much more understanding.
