The Round 19 Ninja A-League clash between Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne Victory has been postponed due to predicted extreme temperatures at kick-off time.
In accordance with APL’s Heat Policy, A-League matches may be delayed or postponed when the Ambient Temperature measures at or above 38 degrees celsius, and/or when the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) measures at 28 degrees celsius or above.Â
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APL’s weather forecast data for CommBank Stadium on Saturday indicates that the WBGT is set to be above these measures at the time of kick off (4:40pm AEDT).Â
With this in mind, the APL – in consultation with both clubs – have agreed to postpone the fixture to ensure that the highest standard of player, official and fan welfare is maintained, with the fixture set to be rescheduled to an alternative date as agreed upon by all relevant parties.
The Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s fixture on Saturday night between Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne Victory, which is scheduled to kick off at 7:30pm AEDT at the same venue, will remain as scheduled, with the APL’s weather forecast data indicating the WBGT is set to be below the relevant measures at the time of kick off.
