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Liverpool vs Man Utd is ON! Huge Premier League clash survives postponement scare following brutal weekend of winter weather

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  • Liverpool vs Man Utd to go ahead
  • Match was in doubt due to weather
  • Snow and ice disrupted travel
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    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Snow fell heavily across England over the weekend, particularly in the north and close to Merseyside. It was first revealed on Saturday night that Sunday's fixture could be in jeopardy, with a decision over the game held hours before kick-off.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Safety boards and authorities have decided the match will indeed go ahead as first planned, with kick-off at Anfield set for 4:30pm GMT.

  • WHAT LIVERPOOL SAID

    A statement from Liverpool read: "Today’s fixture against Manchester United will go ahead as planned. Two safety meetings were held earlier to assess the weather and travel conditions. We thank everyone involved in helping us to get this game on today.

    "If you’re travelling to Anfield then please take extra care. We look forward to seeing you there."

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Trains and flights into Liverpool were cancelled on Sunday morning, while icy conditions on the roads made it difficult to enter the city too. Nevertheless, it has been determined the fixture can go ahead.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL & MAN UTD?

    Following Sunday's game, Liverpool will head to Tottenham in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final on Wednesday, while Manchester United travel to Arsenal next Sunday for round three of the FA Cup.

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