ELF clash between Notts County and Colchester postponed over safety fears as Storm Darragh wrecks vital part of stadium

NOTTS County's League Two clash against Colchester United has been postponed due to a damaged scoreboard.

Storm Darragh is wreaking havoc up and down the country, with League One's Blackpool vs Rotherham also abandoned in the last hour.

Notts County v Colchester United has been postponed after vital equipment damaged
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Notts County v Colchester United has been postponed after vital equipment damaged

Gusts of 90mph have seen a number of sporting fixtures cancelled, including Everton's 12:30 kick-off against fierce rivals Liverpool.

And now Notts County are the latest side to be affected by the amber weather warnings.

The game has been postponed after two panels in the Kop scoreboard came loose in the 50mph high winds.

The scoreboard hangs directly above the goal at Meadow Lane and are fixed to the roof of the Kop end.

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A Notts County statement read: "Following damage to one of the Meadow Lane scoreboards, this afternoon’s Sky Bet League Two fixture against Colchester United has been postponed in the interests of spectator and player safety.

"Two panels in the Kop scoreboard, which is fixed to the roof of the stand, have come loose in the recent high winds and it will not be possible to make the necessary repairs in time for the match to safely go ahead.

"Following conversations with this afternoon’s match officials, our opponents, the EFL and the Sports Ground Safety Authority, it’s been agreed that, particularly in light of this afternoon’s weather forecast, these loose panels pose a significant risk.

"Tickets and hospitality bookings will remain valid for the rearranged match, a date for which will be confirmed in due course. We’re unable to process any refund requests until the new date is set."

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Just one point separates the sides, with Notts sitting 16th and Colchester occupying the place below.

Fans of both teams were quick to react to the postponement.

One wrote on X: "Should of done it last night."

Another said: "Safety first ❤."

The League One fixture between Blackpool FC and Rotherham United has also been postponed.

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In a statement, Blackpool said: "After safety checks earlier this morning and in consultation with local agencies, the Club can confirm today's match has unfortunately been postponed."

In a statement, Blackpool said: "After safety checks earlier this morning and in consultation with local agencies, the Club can confirm today's match has unfortunately been postponed."

The storm led to the cancellation of two Championship games on Friday.

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