Leeds United vs Tottenham postponement update as Met Office issue Storm Amy warning
Leeds United are due to face Tottenham on Saturday afternoon.
Thomas Frank will take charge of his third game in seven days when Tottenham travel to face Leeds United on Saturday, in the final encounter before the October international break.
The Whites have had a solid start to the season, though they find themselves three points behind Spurs, who have lost just once this campaign.
They will be looking to rectify that this weekend, though they may have to contend with adverse weather conditions in the process, with a warning now in place.
Yellow weather warning in place ahead of Leeds vs Tottenham
Saturday will see the return of Archie Gray to Elland Road for the first time since his exit, but it will also see Storm Amy take effect across the UK.
On Wednesday, it was only a small part of England expected to be affected, but a new Met Office warning has been issued across the entire region, including West Yorkshire.
There is a yellow warning now in place, with strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall expected throughout Saturday.
A 90 per cent chance of precipitation is expected, with winds almost reaching 50 miles per hour in some regions.
As for Saturday’s encounter at Elland Road, there is no immediate risk of postponement, there there will almost certainly be major disruptions to transport.
Parts of West Yorkshire could be exposed to flooding and road closures, which could affect travelling supporters.
Leeds have contingency plans in place for Tottenham clash
While the game is likely to go ahead, there will be procedures put in place Elland Road to ensure that the ground and all surrounding areas are safe for supporters.
This may include road closures depending on the level of rainfall, with Keith Hackett recently revealing to MOT Leeds News that planning will already be underway.
He said: “The pre-match planning at Leeds United with the Stadium Manager, the Police and I would suggest all Emergency Services will be taking place to ensure all contingency arrangements are in place.
“Once the game gets underway, if that is the decision, they will have to plan if the game due to the weather is not completed.”
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