Following a pitch inspection at The Valley, it has been confirmed that the cup game with Oxford United has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. An Oxford United tweet suggests that it may be held next Wednesday, but I have no confirmation of that.` For those of us who travel some distance, it is better to know in advance, rather than when we have already paid for a train ticket and are en route. However, I doubt whether I would be able to make a Tuesday evening game because of work commitments.
Meanwhile, Rick Everitt has set out a forceful critique of the decision to close the East Stand for the game, arguing that the claimed cost savings do not stack up and that the decision has reduced revenue: East Stand. Paradoxically, some of the arguments he makes have less force if the game is postponed and the rearranged fixture attracts a smaller crowd.
Oxford anticipate as many as 4,000 travelling supporters, but their numbers would also be depleted by a postponement: Oxford United <.p>
Some Addicks have argued that a postponement could incentivise the players if we get an attractive draw for the fourth round. Knowing our luck, we are more likely to get a League 1 side away than Manchester City.
Interesting points made by Rick Everitt. I'm and East Stand season ticket holder, but in the past have relocated to the upper north for cup matchs , and enjoyed the experience of a different view of a match. I wouldn't choose to sit in the lower north because the view isn't as good. A seat in the lower west would be fine, but the mesage the club is giving out is that that it isn't a serious game, they are not trying to get a decent crowd and there won't be a decent aatmosphere. For personal reasons I'm notable to go on Saaturday, but not sure I would go even if I could.
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