Everton’s FA Cup third-round tie with Peterborough given safe go-ahead

Everton’s FA Cup third-round tie at home to Peterborough will take place after a safety meeting gave the go-ahead.

Snow, ice and freezing temperatures had forced the club and authorities to convene at lunchtime to assess weather and travel conditions.

However, that took place under the initial premise the game would go ahead and following the meeting, that was officially confirmed.

“A safety meeting was held this afternoon to assess the weather and travel conditions for fans attending the tie, which confirmed the game can go ahead,” said an Everton statement.

“Everton staff and a crew from Liverpool City Council’s Streetscene Services team have been treating the roads and footpaths around the stadium since the morning to ensure they are as safe as possible for supporters accessing the stadium.

“Anyone attending Goodison Park is advised to prepare for the cold conditions, take care and to allow extra time that may be needed in travelling to the game, including being aware of any advice and weather warnings that may be in place in areas fans are travelling from.”