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Keith Hackett Provides Details Amid Man Utd vs Bournemouth Postponement Fears

Ex-PGMOL chief Keith Hackett speaks out amid reports Manchester United vs Bournemouth may not go ahead…

By Rob Swan · Give Me Sport

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 7:30 AM

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Keith Hackett detailed postponement protocols as Manchester United vs Bournemouth faces weather-related disruption.
A yellow wind warning for Storm Boelo affects northern England and Scotland throughout the weekend.
Referees and clubs will liaise with police to avoid late call-offs for traveling supporters.

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Former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett has detailed the protocol for potential Premier League postponements, including Manchester United's Sunday match against Bournemouth. Severe weather caused by Storm Boelo has prompted a 33-hour yellow wind warning across northern England and Scotland, threatening several weekend fixtures with gusts reaching up to 80 mph.

Hackett explained to Football Insider that referees, clubs, and police will coordinate closely to assess conditions and avoid late cancellations. Amid the disruption, under-pressure United manager Michael Carrick remains slated to take charge if the match goes ahead, following a run of just two wins from 11 games.

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