VFL Bochum cancels pre-season friendly due to extreme weather advisory - Match between VfL Bochum is rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions.
In an unexpected turn of events, the friendly match between VfL Bochum and TuS Harpen, initially scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed due to a severe weather warning. The decision was made to prioritise the safety of players, staff, and fans, given the anticipated adverse weather conditions on the match day.
The postponement is not an isolated incident. Across the region, several Bundesliga clubs have been forced to adjust or postpone their training sessions and friendly matches due to the severe weather warnings. Clubs have been proactive in adhering to meteorological advisories and safety protocols to minimise any risks associated with the weather forecast.
VfL Bochum, a relegated side from the Bundesliga, had planned a longer training session with an earlier start for Wednesday. However, the session was cancelled due to the high temperatures. Meanwhile, FC Schalke 04, another Bundesliga club, also reacted to the heat and started its training on Wednesday at 9:30 AM instead of the usual 10:45 AM.
The rescheduled match between VfL Bochum and TuS Harpen will now take place on Thursday at 6:30 PM. For more detailed information on each Bundesliga team's specific actions, checking their official communications or press releases from the day of the weather warnings is recommended.
As professional clubs in Germany take weather warnings seriously, often leading to cancellations or rescheduling of fixtures, the focus remains on ensuring safety for all involved. The postponement serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritising safety in the face of adverse weather conditions.
The Commission has not yet received any information regarding the situation in the European football leagues, especially in the Netherlands, as several clubs in the region have been compelled to adjust or postpone their training sessions and friendly matches due to severe weather warnings. In light of the ongoing weather-related disruptions, it seems plausible that even football lovers following the European-leagues might have missed the postponed friendly match between VfL Bochum and TuS Harpen, originally planned for Wednesday.
