Storm Boelo threatens Liverpool‑Brighton clash at Anfield
Anfield is set to host Liverpool against Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday 25, but a Met Office yellow warning for Storm Boelo has raised the prospect of the Premier League fixture being postponed, as gusts of up to 80 mph could make the match unsafe for players and travelling supporters.
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League positions and recent form
Liverpool, under new manager Andoni Iraola, sit fifth in the table after one defeat in seven opening league outings. Brighton, currently third, have recorded five wins, one draw and one loss, including a 5‑0 demolition of Crystal Palace and a 3‑0 victory over reigning champions Arsenal. Both clubs are therefore poised for a high‑stakes encounter near the top of the Premier League.
The clash will take place at Anfield on Sunday 25, with both sides eager to consolidate their positions. Liverpool’s solid start and Brighton’s impressive run have added intrigue to what could be a pivotal match in the early season.
Weather warning and safety considerations
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for Merseyside on Saturday and Sunday, forecasting gusts of 70‑80 mph and spells of heavy rain. Its Statement Made clear that strong southerly winds will first affect Scotland before westerly gales spread across northern England, with gusts of 55‑65 mph widely and up to 80 mph in exposed coastal areas. The warning makes a postponement of the Liverpool‑Brighton game a realistic possibility.
If conditions deteriorate, the local Safety Advisory Group will decide whether to call the match off. The group comprises officials from Liverpool and Brighton, representatives from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council, and will prioritise the safety of travelling supporters as road and rail networks face likely disruption.
Storm Austen is already wreaking havoc elsewhere, with the BBC reporting that more than 15 000 homes have lost power across southern England and Wales. The storm adds to the testing conditions expected for Premier League fixtures this weekend.
Further matches across the country may be played in similarly testing weather, and any postponements could prove difficult to reschedule given the approaching festive period. Clubs will therefore monitor the Met Office updates closely as the weekend unfolds.