The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been postponed on safety grounds because of Storm Darragh. The Premier League clash will be rearranged for later in the season.
Everton has confirmed the decision on social media, with Liverpool City Council also issuing a statement. Fans who were set to attend have instead been told to stay at home and follow the Met Office's advice.
The game was set to be Arne Slot's first derby match at the helm and the final league clash between the two rivals at Goodison Park. But it will now be moved to a later date.
A joint statement released by Everton and Liverpool on Friday evening read: "Supporters attending Saturday’s Merseyside derby at Goodison Park are advised to allow extra time for travel, and to remain alert to Met Office weather warnings.
"An amber severe wind warning has been issued by the Met Office for Merseyside from 1am on Saturday morning, with wind gusts of 60mph to 70mph likely. That warning for wind is expected to remain in place until 6am on Sunday.
Given the weather warning, fans are advised to allow extra time for their journey and to take extra care. Fans are also advised to keep a close eye on travel and weather guidance in their area to assist with travel planning for Saturday’s Premier League fixture (12:30pm kick-off UK time/7.30am ET)."
The match will be rearranged for later in the campaign. Liverpool plays Girona next on Tuesday in the Champions League with the Reds next in Premier Laague action against Fulham next weekend.