See no option other than to forfeit
I don’t think people quite grasp the logistical issues with just swapping the venue of a football game at short notice
In an ideal world just play it behind closed doors at Nuneaton or something, get it out the way and hopefully they can work a miracle and get the pitch at The CBS ready for the Wigan game - there’s many hurdles to that scenario though
I don’t think people quite grasp the logistical issues with just swapping the venue of a football game at short notice
In an ideal world just play it behind closed doors at Nuneaton or something, get it out the way and hopefully they can work a miracle and get the pitch at The CBS ready for the Wigan game - there’s many hurdles to that scenario though
Personally I think another game that we had to forfeit will make a stronger case in court for loss of earnings
The ground has to meet these regulations - 5,000 capacity with 2,000 seated which rules out pretty every local non league club unless there is some leeway accepted in circumstances like ours?
The ground has to meet these regulations - 5,000 capacity with 2,000 seated which rules out pretty every local non league club unless there is some leeway accepted in circumstances like ours?
Hence the words ‘In an ideal world’
There is one party that you haven't considered and one I raised in the Arena thread. The West Mids and Cornwall/South West Police forces have a lot of say in when games go ahead. For cup replays, there used to be a 10 day gap to allow the relevant police force to ensure they had enough officers on. We move the game to another ground and the WM Police will have a lot to say about the safety aspects. And same with reversing the fixture, SW Police won't be happy at staffing another game with minimal notice and Brizzle hasn't officially been called off yet.
This one is a bust so we can only hope for the next home game in 10 days time.
This one is a bust so we can only hope for the next home game in 10 days time.
I’ve been told that we have asked for the game to be played at Bristol and a decision will be made on Monday morning.
It's a no brainer. Switch it to Bristol. If no away fans are allowed because it's too late to arrange police etc so be it.
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The club will want the game postponed and a bye given to Bristol City to make a stronger court case
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Especially if Bristol City get a home draw against a PL team in the next round.
That's why it doesn't say "what do you think will happen to the Bristol City game this week"
Denser than custard.
Just reading their forum. One guy reckons it’s going to be played at neutral venue and only those with pre purchased tickets allowed entry
I said the game would be on and it wasn't. Big deal. How does it feel being always right about absolutely everything?
Somebody has to do it, don't they? Some of our fans are too busy being deluded.
The trying to mock people who pointed out issues with the pitch was a highlight. "Yeah but I am so proud we are hosting Zambia v Sri Lanka in the Rugby Sevens".
