AFC Wimbledon have confirmed that their League Two clash against Cheltenham Town has been postponed due to a frozen Plough Lane pitch.
The Dons were due to take on Michael Flynn’s side at 15:00 on Saturday afternoon but the game will now be rearranged for a later date.
A statement on Wimbledon’s website read: “Despite the best efforts of our ground staff and volunteers, the ground remains frozen in parts of the south end on the pitch.
“Two staff members moved growlights on the pitch on the hour, every hour, throughout the entire night, with operations staff working from the early hours doing everything in their power to get the match on.
“But with temperatures reaching minus five degrees overnight, this eclipsed the limit of our new pitch covers which protect up to temperatures of minus 3. With the sun out and our growlights being put to good use, we remained hopeful of getting the game on.
“At 09:00, the referee liaised with the EFL regarding a 12:30 inspection, as all parties wanted to get the game on – and were in constant contact throughout. Even at midday with the covers being removed, we were hopeful that the match would be playable. Sadly, at this stage the frozen areas were deemed unsafe by the referee.
“We apologise for the inconvenience caused especially to supporters of both teams who travelled significant distances.
“All match ticket holders are welcome to join us in By The Horns pub and the West concourse. Club staff are now turning their attention to distributing food to those in need in our community, via our partners Dons Local Action Group.”
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