Source: Daily_Mail
Cold snap claims Wigan v Bolton as Premier League clash is postponed
Wigan's Barclays Premier League match at home to Bolton tonight has beenpostponed because of the severe weather conditions in the north west.[LNB]Heavy snow in the region over the weekend has made roads treacherous in the area, although the playing surface at the DW Stadium was actually deemed playable.[LNB]However, safety concerns regarding the public areas surrounding the ground, which are still covered in snow and ice, meant the club had no option but to call off the match.[LNB] On ice: Wigan, who lost to Liverpool last time out, will not play rivals Bolton tonight[LNB] A club statement read: 'Tonight's Barclays Premier League match against BoltonWanderers has reluctantly been postponed following consultation with the policeand the club's safety team.[LNB]'Following a thorough inspection it was felt that the areas aroundthe stadium, despite the best efforts of Wigan and Wigan MetropolitanBorough Council, are deemed not safe for the public.[LNB] Called off: Bolton, looking to escape from the drop zone, must wait to face Wigan[LNB][LNB]'The Police and Met Office have issued severe weather warnings forthe rest of the day and are advising essential journeys only should becarried out. The club are duty bound to abide by this advice.[LNB] 'The club wishes to apologise to all its supporters, and to thesupporters of Bolton, but their safety is of paramount importance.'[LNB]All tickets remain valid for the rearranged fixture, when a date is announced, but refunds are available from the ticket office.[LNB] Wigan rocked by Diame injury as midfielder suffers damaged knee ligamentsSunderland in pole position to sign Wigan defender Maynor FigueroaWigan v BOLTON: Fabrice Muamba misses match at DW StadiumWIGAN ATHLETIC FC
