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English Other News :: Carling Cup Semi Final - Man City v Man United now postponed

Posted on 2010-01-05 by Gooner

Freezing conditions in the north of England have forced the postponement of both Carling Cup semi-final first legs.

Manchester City's Eastlands was fit for Wednesday's game against Manchester United, but accessing either ground was deemed too treacherous for supporters.

"We have had the kind of harsh weather unseen in this part of the world for years and years," said City chief executive Garry Cook.

"We pursued every avenue possible in search of a solution and while the pitch is still playable, what was paramount in our thinking was the safety of fans travelling to and from the game especially in light of the sub-zero temperatures forecast for Wednesday."

Normally, the first leg of the Cup tie would have been rearranged for next Wednesday, but City are due to play Blackburn in a televised Premier League game on Monday.

Sourced From : BBC Sport

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