Blackburn Rovers' highly anticipated Championship clash with promotion-chasing Ipswich Town has been dramatically postponed just hours before kick-off, leaving Ewood Park deserted on a soggy Saturday afternoon.
The English Football League confirmed the late cancellation, citing a waterlogged and unplayable pitch following persistent heavy rainfall in the Lancashire area. The decision was made after a midday pitch inspection by match officials, who deemed the surface unsafe for professional football.
Fans Left Frustrated After Long Journeys
The last-minute call-off has sparked significant frustration among travelling supporters, particularly the Ipswich Town faithful who had embarked on long journeys to Lancashire. Many fans were already en route or had arrived in Blackburn when the announcement was made.
This postponement deals a significant blow to Ipswich Town's promotion ambitions, disrupting their momentum in the tight race for automatic promotion to the Premier League. Kieran McKenna's side will now have to fit the rearranged fixture into an already congested schedule.
Rescheduling Headache for EFL
The EFL now faces the challenging task of finding a new date for the fixture. With the season entering its final stages, calendar space is limited, potentially forcing the match to be scheduled for a midweek slot at short notice.
For Blackburn Rovers, managed by John Eustace, the postponement offers a mixed blessing. While it provides additional recovery time for the squad, it also postpones a crucial match in their own battle for Championship survival.
A new date for the fixture is expected to be announced in the coming days. Both clubs have apologised to supporters for the inconvenience and have advised fans to retain their match tickets, which will be valid for the rearranged game.
