PORTSMOUTH’s rescheduled clash with Ipswich Town has been postponed AGAIN.
Pompey were set to welcome the promotion-chasing Tractor Boys to Fratton Park on January 4.
But it ended up being one of the many games being called off in the big New Year freeze.
The match was set to take place this evening but won’t go ahead due to a waterlogged pitch.
A club statement read: “Pompey’s scheduled Championship fixture against Ipswich at Fratton Park this evening has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
“This is after persistent overnight rain, continuing into the morning and forecast to last until close to kick-off, has fallen on already saturated ground.
“Information for supporters who had purchased match tickets or hospitality packages for this game will be announced in due course.”
An Ipswich table read: “Following heavy overnight rain, this evening’s game away at Portsmouth has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
“The decision was made following an agreement between the two clubs this morning, along with the EFL, with the Fratton Park pitch unplayable.
“The club pushed the EFL for a decision to be made as early as possible in order to give fans clarity regarding travel for this evening’s fixture.
“This was especially important given the events of last month, when the original staging was called off at late notice due to a frozen pitch, with supporters already en route to Portsmouth.
“Following these conversations, a decision has been made to postpone the game.
“Further details regarding a rearranged date will be communicated in due course.”
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