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News in English (USA) / 07.12.2024 / 22:00

Merseyside Derby Postponed Due to Storm Darragh

The highly anticipated Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been postponed owing to severe weather conditions caused by Storm Darragh. The announcement came amid safety concerns as flooding and high winds impacted Goodison Park. This decision left an Australian Everton fan, who traveled 10,000 miles to witness the match, devastated, although he received a warm gesture from Seamus Coleman. Other Premier League matches remain scheduled, but the storm has caused significant disruptions, including the postponement of fixtures like Fulham vs. Arsenal and Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United. Discussions are ongoing about when the derby can be rescheduled, with potential new dates emerging as Liverpool faces a backlog of fixtures.
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