Blizzard Conditions Place Baggies Clash in Jeopardy

With some forecasters predicting 14 hours of non stop heavy snow on Friday, and more snow predicted to fall over the weekend, it appears that Saturday's early evening clash between Villa and Albion at The Hawthorns could be in jeopardy.

While there is thought to be very little danger of the pitch not being playable, the sheer amount of snow predicted is expected to play havoc with local travel, with trains particularly subject to disruption, while the health and safety monsters will be poised to scupper the fixture if the roads and pavements around the stadium are deemed dangerous.

The Hawthorns is the highest above sea level football stadium in the country and the snow is expected to be at it's heaviest and most disruptive on high ground.

Ironically, the fact that the game is due to be televised may help it go on as the 5.30 pm kick off time gives the authorities longer to deal with any weather related issues.

If the game does go ahead it's sure to be dry inside the ground, as there will no alcohol on sale in the Villa end.