The Championship clash between Blackburn Rovers and Ipswich Town at Ewood Park had to be abandoned due to a waterlogged pitch, leaving the game with an uncertain future.
Referee Stephen Martin made the decision to call off the match in the 80th minute as heavy rain made the pitch unplayable. Despite Blackburn leading 1-0 thanks to a Todd Cantwell penalty, the conditions were too extreme to continue.
Speculation now surrounds whether the match will be replayed in full, with the EFL Board set to make a decision in the near future. The league’s rules allow for matches that fall short of 90 minutes to be replayed, bringing uncertainty to the outcome of this fixture.
Players from both teams showed appreciation for the dedicated fans who braved the weather to support the teams, with Ipswich showing gratitude towards nearly 4,000 traveling supporters.
Ipswich faced challenges early in the game with a red card for Jacob Greaves and a subsequent penalty for Blackburn, ultimately leading to the abandoned match. The potential replay could change standings in the Championship, affecting both teams as they aim to climb the league table.
