Bundesliga Set to Resume After Winter Break, Weather Conditions Cause Concern

Matches Under Threat Due to Severe Weather

The Bundesliga is gearing up to return this weekend following a three-week winter hiatus. However, severe weather conditions across Germany may jeopardize whether all scheduled matches will proceed as anticipated, with forecasts predicting heavy snowfall and strong winds in the next 24 hours.

DFL Monitoring Conditions

As reported by DPA, the German Football League (DFL) stated on Thursday that it presently anticipates all nine top-flight matches to be played, although they will keep a close eye on the weather as the weekend approaches.

“The DFL is concerned. But at this moment, all games are scheduled to go ahead,” remarked a DFL spokesperson.

St. Pauli’s Caution Regarding Match

St. Pauli expressed uncertainty on Thursday about their match against Leipzig, indicating they cannot confirm if it will proceed as planned.

“Given the current weather conditions, we cannot assure that the match will take place,” the club stated, according to DPA.

Union Berlin Fans Take Action

In a show of dedication, fans of Union Berlin have been actively volunteering to clear snow in advance of their game against Mainz.

“If we were to play today, the match would go on,” Union Berlin spokesperson Christian Arbeit informed Bild on Thursday. “We are working tirelessly to make everything possible. Support from fans and staff is invaluable, and we remain hopeful for a successful outcome.”