Storm Darragh prompts caution as Manchester United and Manchester City prepare for matches
manchestereveningnews.co.uk — December 7, 2024, 01:01 PM UTC
Storm Darragh has led to the postponement of the Merseyside Derby, raising concerns about other Premier League matches. Manchester United and Manchester City are still scheduled to play today, against Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace, respectively. Both clubs have issued statements confirming their games will proceed as planned, while advising fans to be cautious due to weather conditions. United noted that travel disruptions will not affect season ticket requirements. The weather forecast for Manchester shows persistent light rain and strong winds throughout the day, with gusts reaching up to 59 mph. The situation remains under close observation as kickoff times approach.