FA Cup third round: Everton vs Peterborough to go ahead amid snow

Everton’s FA Cup third-round match in opposition to Peterborough on Thursday is ready to go forward regardless of icy circumstances on Merseyside.

Everton’s conflict with the League One aspect at Goodison Park had been unsure following days of antagonistic climate circumstances within the area, with a yellow climate warning for snow and ice nonetheless in place.

Nevertheless, a gathering was held at 1 p.m. GMT (8 a.m. ET) on Thursday afternoon which decided the sport can go forward safely.

In an announcement, an Everton spokesperson stated: “A security assembly was held this afternoon to evaluate the climate and journey circumstances for followers attending the tie, which confirmed the sport can go forward.

“Everton Employees and a crew from Liverpool Metropolis Council’s Streetscene Companies staff have been treating the roads and footpaths across the stadium because the morning to make sure they’re as secure as attainable for supporters accessing the stadium.

“Anybody attending Goodison Park is suggested to arrange for the chilly circumstances, take care and to permit additional time that could be wanted in travelling to the sport, together with being conscious of any recommendation and climate warnings that could be in place in areas followers are travelling from.”