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National League Investigates Linnets Match Postponement Drama

2/23/2026

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The Linnets postponed their National League North match against South Shields due to a waterlogged pitch caused by heavy rainfall and insufficient drainage.
The National League is investigating allegations related to the match after CCTV footage was released.
The match has been rescheduled for 19:45 GMT on Tuesday, 17 March.
South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson said evidence shows the sprinkler system was active before the referee's remote pitch inspection.

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The Linnets postponed their National League North match against South Shields due to a waterlogged pitch caused by heavy rainfall and insufficient drainage.
The National League is investigating allegations related to the match after CCTV footage was released.
The match has been rescheduled for 19:45 GMT on Tuesday, 17 March.
South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson said evidence shows the sprinkler system was active before the referee's remote pitch inspection.