Cardiff City news 08/02/01

Thurs 8th Feb 2001 - Doubt over pitch

There has been a doubt cast over Saturdays game at Brighton. The Withdean Stadium has had a new pitch laid after the old surface was declared unplayable. But the heavy rain has cast a small doubt over the game.

Can I just say to all City fans that you must check with the club to ensure we do not have another "Shrewsbury". There should'nt be any problems but please make sure.

Report from www.thisisbrighton.co.uk
Albion fear Saturday's promotion showdown against Cardiff could be washed out.

Drainage and turfing repairs to the Withdean pitch have been completed, but the Seagulls are keeping an anxious eye on the weather.

Chief executive Martin Perry admitted: "We are still without a comprehensive drainage system. If we suffer prolonged heavy rain between now and Saturday it could put the game at risk."

Manager Micky Adams said: "That would be a major blow to us. It means more fixture congestion."

Albion have not played at Withdean since the New Year's Day defeat by Southend.

Home League matches against Lincoln and Barnet last month were postponed so that extra drainage could be installed and almost half of the pitch re-turfed.

Tuesday's postponement at Rochdale means the Seagulls have had a total of four League games called off since Christmas.