Rotherham United v Mansfield Town: Pitch inspection outcome confirmed
Rotherham United’s scheduled meeting with Mansfield Town has been postponed.
A pitch inspection took place at 9am today (January 4), with sub-zero temperatures having gripped South Yorkshire.
The playing surface at the New York Stadium was found to be unsafe, prompting a postponement.
A new date will be announced in due course, with all tickets valid for the rearranged fixture.
Rotherham United statement
A club statement read: “Following this morning’s 9am pitch inspection, we can confirm that today’s League One clash with Mansfield Town has been postponed due to a frozen pitch.
“The fourth official appointed to the fixture carried out the pre-match assessment of the playing surface at AESSEAL New York Stadium on Sunday morning and deemed it to be unplayable on the grounds of player safety.
“The two clubs will now liaise with the EFL regarding setting a new date for the fixture, while tickets purchased for the game – originally scheduled to take place today – will remain valid for the rearranged clash.”