Wedstrijd Cheetahs vs Ulster achter gesloten deuren
English version below:
De wedstrijd van de Toyota Cheetahs tegen Ulster aanstaande zondag 11 januari wordt niet gespeeld in Amsterdam. Winterse omstandigheden maken het spelen van de wedstrijd in het Nationaal Rugby Centrum onmogelijk. De wedstrijd wordt verplaatst naar een alternatieve locatie, waar hij achter gesloten deuren gespeeld wordt. Rugby Nederland heeft hiertoe besloten na intensief overleg met de EPCR en beide clubteams.
Door sneeuw op het veld en de verwachte vorst zaterdagnacht, is het veld niet bespeelbaar. Veiligheid staat voorop. Dat geldt voor de spelers, maar ook voor de bijna 3000 rugbyfans die uit het hele land die over gladde wegen naar Amsterdam zouden reizen.
Lees hier het volledige statement van de European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR):
EPCR Challenge Cup Round 3 fixture update: Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby
The Municipality of Amsterdam has declared all municipal sports pitches unplayable until further notice due to the adverse weather conditions experienced during the week.
As a result, the Round 3 EPCR Challenge Cup fixture between Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby will no longer be able to take place at the NRCA Stadium on Sunday 11 January KO 16.15 (local time).
Working closely together, Rugby Nederland, Toyota Cheetahs and EPCR have identified an alternative venue at Dukes Rugby, ‘S Hertogenbosch. The fixture will now take place at Dukes Rugby on Sunday 11 January, kicking off at 14.00 local time.
The match will be broadcast on EPCR TV, SuperSport and FloRugby.
Due to the late change in venue, the fixture will now be played behind closed doors. All ticket purchasers will be entitled to a full refund, minus the admin fee.
EPCR, Rugby Nederland and Toyota Cheetahs are continuing to monitor weather conditions, should these further impact the fixture.
EPCR understands all fans travelling to the match will be disappointed at this decision; however player and match officials safety must prevail.
EPCR would like to thank Rugby Nederland, Toyota Cheetahs and Ulster Rugby for their support in ensuring the fixture will be played.
Confirmation of EPCR Challenge Cup Pool 3 Round 3 fixture Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby
Venue: Dukes Rugby, ‘S Hertogenbosch
Kick-off time: 14.00 local time
Referee: Kevin Bralley (FRA)
Voorzitter van Rugby Nederland, Friso Horstmeier, reageert teleurgesteld: “Dit zijn lastige beslissingen waar niemand blij van wordt. We hebben tot het laatste moment alles gedaan om de wedstrijd in Amsterdam door te laten gaan. Het bondsbureau en vrijwilligers hebben zich maximaal ingezet. Helaas kunnen we geen enkel risico nemen als de veiligheid van spelers en supporters in het geding komt.”
Wij vragen jullie nadrukkelijk niet naar het NRCA stadion te komen. Heb je tickets gekocht, dan ontvang je volledige restitutie (excl. transactiekosten). Je krijgt hierover zo snel mogelijk bericht per e-mail.
English Version:
Cheetahs vs Ulster to Be Played Behind Closed Doors
The match between the Toyota Cheetahs and Ulster on Sunday 11 January will not be played in Amsterdam. Winter conditions make it impossible to play the match at the National Rugby Centre. The match will be relocated to an alternative venue, where it will be played behind closed doors. Rugby Nederland has taken this decision after intensive consultation with the EPCR and both club teams.
Due to snow on the pitch and the expected frost on Saturday night, the field is unplayable. Safety comes first. This applies to the players, but also to the nearly 3,000 rugby fans from across the country who would otherwise travel to Amsterdam on slippery roads.
Read the full statement from European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) here:
EPCR Challenge Cup Round 3 fixture update: Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby
The Municipality of Amsterdam has declared all municipal sports pitches unplayable until further notice due to the adverse weather conditions experienced during the week.
As a result, the Round 3 EPCR Challenge Cup fixture between Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby will no longer be able to take place at the NRCA Stadium on Sunday 11 January KO 16.15 (local time).
Working closely together, Rugby Nederland, Toyota Cheetahs and EPCR have identified an alternative venue at Dukes Rugby, ‘S Hertogenbosch. The fixture will now take place at Dukes Rugby on Sunday 11 January, kicking off at 14.00 local time.
The match will be broadcast on EPCR TV, SuperSport and FloRugby.
Due to the late change in venue, the fixture will now be played behind closed doors. All ticket purchasers will be entitled to a full refund, minus the admin fee.
EPCR, Rugby Nederland and Toyota Cheetahs are continuing to monitor weather conditions, should these further impact the fixture.
EPCR understands all fans travelling to the match will be disappointed at this decision; however player and match officials safety must prevail.
EPCR would like to thank Rugby Nederland, Toyota Cheetahs and Ulster Rugby for their support in ensuring the fixture will be played.
Confirmation of EPCR Challenge Cup Pool 3 Round 3 fixture Toyota Cheetahs v Ulster Rugby
Venue: Dukes Rugby, ‘S Hertogenbosch
Kick-off time: 14.00 local time
Referee: Kevin Bralley (FRA)
Friso Horstmeier, Chairman of Rugby Nederland, responded with disappointment:
“This is a difficult decision that makes no one happy. We did everything possible right up to the last moment to allow the match in Amsterdam to go ahead. The federation office and volunteers gave their maximum effort. Unfortunately, we cannot take any risks when the safety of players and supporters is at stake.”
We strongly request that you do not travel to the NRCA Stadium.
If you have purchased tickets, you will receive a full refund, excluding transaction fees. You will receive further information by e-mail as soon as possible.
