Crawley announce last-minute postponement of League Two play-off against MK Dons
Crawley Town have confirmed their League Two play-off semi-final first leg against MK Dons has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
The match was due to kick off at 3pm this afternoon, but a late call has been made due to the playing surface.
A statement from the club read: “Crawley Town Football Club is disappointed to announce that this afternoon’s Sky Bet League Two Play-Off Semi-Final first leg has been postponed due to a waterlogged surface at the Broadfield Stadium.
“Details of a rearranged fixture will be released as soon as possible.”
Images from Sky Sports showed staff inspecting the pitch with puddles inside both penalty areas. The first leg will now be played on Tuesday 7 May with a 7:30pm kick-off.
The second leg of the tie is still scheduled for Thursday 9 May, meaning fatigue could play a part in who advances to the final due to the quick turnaround between the games.
The Broadfield Stadium pitch was not deemed safe to play on (The FA via Getty Images)
MK Dons fans reacted angrily to the news, with many already on their way to Sussex for the match.
One fan on X, formerly Twitter, labelled the move “embarrassing”, while another called it “pathetic”.
Many fans also raised the issue of travel costs, with one stating: “84 pounds I’ve spent on a train down from Liverpool are you going to refund me?”
Crewe Alexandra will face Doncaster in the other League Two semi-final.
While the League Two play-off final at Wembley is set to take place on 19 May.
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