05.01.2026 09:00
The Championship match between Acun Ilıcalı's team Hull City and Watford was postponed due to freezing temperatures creating a security risk around the stadium. The postponement decision, made just 18 minutes before the match was set to start, highlighted how the extreme cold weather across England has negatively impacted the football schedule. Hull City stated that the pitch was playable, but the surrounding areas were not safe.
The Championship match between Hull City and Watford was postponed at the last minute due to the freezing cold posing a security risk around the stadium. The match was canceled just 18 minutes before kick-off, which drew attention.
POSTPONED AT THE LAST MINUTE
Hull City postponed the Championship match against Watford at MKM Stadium 18 minutes before the scheduled start time due to security concerns. The freezing cold affecting the whole of England has also impacted the football calendar.
"THE PITCH COULD HAVE BEEN PLAYED ON BUT…"
In a statement made by the club, it was noted that the pitch was in a playable condition, but there was a security risk in the areas surrounding the stadium. The statement included the following remarks: "Although the pitch is playable, it was decided that the areas surrounding the playing field are not safe."
MANY MATCHES CANCELED IN ENGLAND
It was reported that many EFL and National League matches were also canceled this weekend due to the extreme cold experienced across the United Kingdom, and Hull City's match was added to this chain of cancellations.