Everton vs Liverpool: Storm Darragh causes Merseyside derby postponement, but when could it be replayed?
The match between Everton and Liverpool has been delayed due to weather alerts from Storm Darragh. When might the Merseyside derby take place again?
The Merseyside derby, which was set to be the final match at Goodison Park, was canceled on Saturday morning due to heavy rain and strong winds affecting the UK, prompting an amber weather warning for the region.
Currently, the Saturday Night Football match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest is set to take place. Manchester United has stated that they will keep in touch with the relevant authorities before the 5:30 PM kickoff, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
Merseyside Police have cautioned residents to avoid any unnecessary travel in the area on Saturday due to an amber weather warning in effect.
Everton released a statement saying, "We regret any trouble this may have caused and appreciate our fans for their patience. We understand that this will be very disappointing for many, but the safety of our supporters, staff, and players is our top priority."
"Any tickets bought for the original match will still be valid for the rescheduled game."
Liverpool's announcement stated: "We understand that this will be very disappointing for fans, but the safety of our supporters, staff, and players is our top priority."
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When Will The Merseyside Derby Be Rescheduled?
The rescheduled date for the Everton vs Liverpool match will probably depend on whether Arne Slot's team secures a spot in the top eight of the Champions League. They are currently leading the new table featuring 36 clubs.
This would ensure that they secure a spot in the round of 16, allowing them to skip the knockout stage scheduled for February 11/12 and February 18/19, 2025.
This would allow the game to take place during midweek, prior to Liverpool's re-entry into European tournaments, as the round of 16 is set to kick off on March 4/5 and March 11/12, 2025.
If the Reds fail to end up in the top eight, it will limit the available dates even more, especially if they advance to the later rounds of the Champions League.
Another possible choice might be the week starting April 21, as it falls between the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals and the first leg of the semi-finals.
Liverpool's Upcoming Fixture Schedule
Upcoming Matches: - October 10: Girona (Away), Champions League - October 14: Fulham (Home), Premier League - October 18: Southampton (Away), Carabao Cup, broadcast live on Sky Sports - October 22: Tottenham (Away), Premier League, broadcast live on Sky Sports - October 26: Leicester (Home), Premier League - October 29: West Ham (Away), Premier League, broadcast live on Sky Sports
Here’s a revised version of that blog section in more casual language: - November 5: Manchester United (Home), Premier League, live coverage on Sky Sports - November 11: Accrington Stanley (Home), FA Cup third round - November 14: Nottingham Forest (Away), Premier League - November 18: Brentford (Away), Premier League - November 21: Lille (Home), Champions League - November 25: Ipswich (Home), Premier League - November 29: PSV Eindhoven (Away), Champions League
1 - Bournemouth (A), Premier League 11/12 - Potential rescheduling/first leg of the Champions League knockout round. 15 - Wolves (H), Premier League 18/19 - Possible rescheduling/first leg of the Champions League knockout round. 22 - Man City (A), Premier League. 26 - Newcastle (H), Premier League.
4/5 - First leg of the last 16 in the Champions League 8 - Southampton (Home), Premier League 11/12 - Second leg of the last 16 in the Champions League 15 - Aston Villa (Away), Premier League
2 - Everton (Home), Premier League 5 - Fulham (Away), Premier League 8/9 - First leg of the Champions League quarter-finals 12 - West Ham (Home), Premier League 15/16 - Second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals 19 - Leicester (Away), Premier League 22/23 - Potential rescheduling 26 - Tottenham (Home), Premier League 29/30 - First leg of the Champions League semi-finals
3 - Chelsea (Away), Premier League June 7 - Second leg of the Champions League semi-finals 10 - Arsenal (Home), Premier League 18 - Brighton (Away), Premier League 25 - Crystal Palace (Home), Premier League 31 - Champions League final
