Suspension of meetings in Northern Europe due to falling temperatures

The suspension of matches in Northern Europe led to the cancellation of eleven matches in Scotland, including one in the First Division. In total, one match was suspended in the first division, three matches in the second division, four matches in the third division, and three matches in the fourth division.

Temperatures in the UK fell to minus 10 degrees in some areas overnight, and weather alerts are currently in place for the north coast and southwest Scotland, as well as southwest and eastern England.

Meteorologists warn of the possibility of snow falling on roads and railways. For example, Glasgow Airport has temporarily suspended flights until weather conditions improve.

The Austrian League was also affected by heavy snowfall, which led to the cancellation of all matches scheduled for Saturday.

Among the affected matches in the Premier League are WSG Tyrol vs. Rapid Vienna, Red Bull Salzburg vs. Wydad Casablanca, and Australia Klagenfurt vs. Hartberg. In addition, the match between SCR Altaş and Astria Lustenau that was scheduled for Sunday has also been postponed.

In the second division, three matches in total were cancelled, including the match between Vienna and Schwarz-Weiss Bregenz on Saturday. In addition, the matches between Ried and Fluidsdorfer, and Dornbirn vs. Levering, have been postponed tomorrow.

Heavy snowfall caused traffic problems, disrupted rail transport and power outages in large areas of the Alpine country.

Bayern Munich and Union Berlin match, corresponding to the thirteenth day BundesligaMatches were also disrupted due to heavy snowfall in the Bavarian capital, making access to the Allianz Arena difficult.

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The match was officially postponed due to bad weather conditions. Bayern announced the cancellation of the match between the current champion and Union Berlin, which is currently led by Croatian Nenad Bjelica and occupies last place in the competition. Although it made its first appearance in the Champions League last Wednesday, the team had planned its first match in the German League.

“We deeply regret the suspension of the match, but the safety of our supporters and the fans of Union Berlin is our top priority. In addition, access to the Allianz Arena is not guaranteed due to the closure of many roads and frequent cancellations of public transport.

Bayern CEO Jan Christian Driessen said: “We will announce the new date as soon as possible.”

In the standings, Bayern Munich occupies second place, only two points behind Bayer Leverkusen, led by Xabi Alonso, who will face Borussia Dortmund next Sunday.

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