Rangers match called off due to water damage

Rangers’ Scottish Premier League match at home to St Mirren on Saturday was postponed Thursday because of “significant water damage” at the champions’ Ibrox ground.

Several SPL matches have fallen victim to snow and ice in recent weeks but now it seems the ensuing thaw is also causing problems.

An SPL statement said: “The thaw following the recent extreme cold has led to significant water damage in various parts of the stadium including interruption to the water supply in some spectator areas.”

It added: “The extent of the damage is such, there is no prospect of the necessary repairs being completed before the weekend.

“In consultation with Strathclyde Police and on the basis of safety advice received, the SPL decided to postpone the fixture.”

A Rangers statement said: “It is regrettable that the game is off and we feel for the supporters but the situation was unavoidable given the amount of damage to the pipes at the stadium.”