Sun Jan 05 18:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Liverpool vs. Manchester United to Proceed Despite Heavy Snow

**Liverpool, England** – Despite heavy snowfall and travel disruptions across the north of England, the highly anticipated Premier League clash between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield will go ahead as scheduled, the club confirmed Sunday.

Earlier concerns over fan safety and access to the stadium, compounded by airport and train station closures due to the severe weather, prompted two safety meetings involving Liverpool City Council and emergency services. While Anfield’s playing surface remained unaffected thanks to undersoil heating, the possibility of postponement was seriously considered.

Liverpool released a statement confirming the game would proceed, thanking all involved in ensuring the match could go ahead. They urged fans traveling to the stadium to exercise extra caution due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions. Liverpool Lime Street station, the city’s main railway hub, remained closed until midday, causing significant travel disruption. Liverpool and Manchester airports also temporarily suspended operations.

The decision avoids a potentially problematic fixture backlog for Liverpool, who already faced a rearranged Merseyside derby following a postponement last month due to Storm Darragh. The club have a busy schedule ahead, including a Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham and an FA Cup tie. Their progression in the Champions League further adds to their already demanding fixture list.

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