Arsenal Women call off FA Cup clash with Lewes; Reading's trip to Leicester also postponed
Sunday 16 February 2020 13:10, UK
The Women's FA Cup fifth-round games involving WSL sides Arsenal, Reading and Brighton were called off on Sunday because of Storm Dennis.
Arsenal postponed their clash with Lewes at Boreham Wood's Meadow Park because of safety concerns and similar issues also forced the cancellation of Reading's trip to Leicester City, due to be played at Quorn FC's Farley Way Stadium.
Crystal Palace were also forced to seek a new date for their clash with Brighton because of bad weather in Bromley.
The Gunners have already rearranged their match for Sunday, February 23 meaning their WSL clash with Reading will have to be moved to another date.
"The safety of all supporters at Meadow Park is of paramount importance," said Arsenal in a statement.
"We have also taken consideration of the impact of weather conditions on the journey Lewes supporters will be making."
Flooding was causing additional problems at Quorn, making access to the ground difficult.
"With current and prospective weather conditions, current flooding blocking access to the ground, our main concern is the safety of players, staff and supporters," Leicester City said in a statement.
