Leicester City travelled to Premier League leaders Liverpool on Boxing Day.
With the Christmas spirit still in full flow from the night before, there couldn’t have been much harder tasks for Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side on Boxing Day.
Top of the Premier League and flying high under new boss Arne Slot, many would have expected the Reds to make easy work of Leicester – especially at home.
That however would not be the case with Jordan Ayew sending shockwaves through Anfield with a sixth-minute opener.
Having to chase the game as the minutes wore on, Liverpool’s hopes of getting back in front were made even harder by one surprising factor.
Premier League fans complain about fog in Liverpool vs Leicester
As Leicester hung on to their surprise lead, some could have argued that they were aided by the thick fog that descended on Anfield.
With little to no visibility, many fans were complaining about the fog, even questioning whether the game should be called off.
Speaking on X (formerly Twitter), one fan said: “Fog is increasingly getting worse. Game should be abandoned any second now.”
Another fan added: “Can’t believe they’ve even allowed this game to play, the harm to human life playing in this fog is insane. Shame on you @FA_PGMOL.”
“Got a feeling this game will be stopped or abandoned with this fog,” one supporter said.
A fourth fan added: “This fog in the Liverpool game is mental.”
Could Liverpool vs Leicester City be postponed?
With many fans claiming the game is unsafe to play, it begs the question as to whether the fixture could be postponed.
Neighbouring Tranmere Rovers had their game called off only an hour before kick-off due to the same fog, suggesting the Liverpool and Leicester fixture could have the same fate.
The Met Office meanwhile claims the fog will remain, stating on their website:
“Remaining cloudy this evening and overnight with patchy rain and drizzle, especially over higher ground.
“Turning foggy in places with generally murky conditions for many.
“Staying frost-free with light winds across the region. Minimum temperature 4°C.”