"This, combined with a congested home fixture schedule and the club's commitment to doing everything possible to fulfil fixtures, has placed significant strain on the pitch. A range of pitch-protection measures have taken place during this period. These actions have been crucial in enabling fixtures to proceed during prolonged periods of heavy rainfall. However, they have had an unavoidable impact on the visual appearance of the playing surface."
"United's Scottish Cup last-16 tie against Spartans was called off on Friday because of a waterlogged pitch. The top-flight club say Wednesday's league game would go ahead if it was being played 24 hours earlier. The local weather forecast indicates further significant rainfall over the next 24 hours. While there is currently no plan for a pitch inspection, this remains a fluid situation and may change depending on weather conditions."
Dundee United face heavy rainfall that may force postponement of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership match against Aberdeen. A Scottish Cup last-16 tie against Spartans was called off because of a waterlogged pitch. Forecasts predict further significant rainfall over 24 hours, leaving the situation fluid and subject to change. The northeast has experienced unprecedented winter rainfall, combined with a congested home schedule, which has placed significant strain on the pitch. Pitch-protection measures have enabled fixtures to proceed but affected the surface's appearance. Grounds staff have worked to improve conditions; as of 1pm the pitch is deemed playable, though conditions could deteriorate.
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