Newcastle United's Carabao Cup tie against AFC Wimbledon’s postponed due to flooding

The match has been called off due to “extensive overnight flooding” at Plough Lane which has left one corner of the pitch misshapen. Credit: PA

Newcastle’s Carabao Cup third-round meeting away at AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday has been called off due to “extensive overnight flooding” at Plough Lane.

Images show one particularly damaged corner of the pitch with a misshapen surface following heavy rainfall in the area.

The walkways running around the ground were also flooded.

The Dons’ stadium in London is now closed as a result, with a rescheduled date for the tie yet to be confirmed.

A statement on Wimbledon’s official website read: “We regret to inform supporters that due to extensive overnight flooding of the River Wandle and surrounding areas, including at our Cherry Red Records Stadium, Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup third-round fixture against Newcastle United has been postponed.

“More information will follow in due course regarding fixture rearrangement.

“The stadium is closed until further notice.”

The stadium has been closed until further notice. Credit: PA

A fan-initiated JustGiving fundraiser to help the supporter-owned club accelerate repairs has already raised more than £3500.

LNER, who operate rail services to the capital from Newcastle, are offering fans who booked directly an e-voucher refund or the opportunity to rebook their journeys.

The fourth round of the Carabao Cup is due to take place the week commencing 28 October.

Wimbledon reached the third round with a stunning penalty shoot-out victory over Premier League side Ipswich.

Newcastle also secured their spot with a dramatic finale on spot-kicks, beating Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.

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