Storm Amy forces Premier League stadium to close areas as statement issued

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Everton have assured that their Premier League clash with Crystal Palace WILL go ahead despite Storm Amy forcing part of their stadium to close. High winds and heavy rain have battered the UK over the past 24 hours, with varying amounts of damage being done.

The storm has also seen Everton ’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium given its first serious test. And it has been confirmed that some areas surrounding the arena have been closed as a result.

The closures, however, are not anticipated to impact Sunday’s Premier League clash between the Toffees and Crystal Palace. The two sides are set to come together at 2pm on Sunday.

A statement released on social media channels read: “We can advise that due to Storm Amy, and the severe weather currently affecting the region, Everton Way and the Originals Fan Wall at Hill Dickinson Stadium have been closed to visitors in the interests of safety. The closure will not impact preparations for tomorrow’s Premier League fixture.”

Both Everton and Palace will be hopeful of securing victory as the two sides clash. The hosts currently sit ninth in the Premier League table, having won two out of their opening six league games under David Moyes this season.

Palace have also enjoyed a brilliant start to the new campaign, having extended their unbeaten run to 19 games in all competitions. Oliver Glasner ’s side could potentially finish the weekend top of the table with a win and results go in their favour.

Everton boss Moyes has spoken out ahead of the game and revealed that the PGMOL confirmed that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s currency suspension is wrong.

He said: "We have spoken to them and they are accepting the yellow cards are wrong. The last two decisions are terrible, more for the boy and we are going to miss him. He is back playing football now."

Meanwhile, Moyes also spoke out on the fact that on-loan winger Jack Grealish was left out of the latest England squad. He added: "I am glad I don't pick the England team because the England squad is a great group of players to choose from, really top players all around the country.

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“Jack is one of them, he is in really good form but I am glad I don't pick the England team. He is showing the levels he can get to and we are hoping he continues with that. I believe he will be ready, he needs to continue on scoring goals and making assists."

Following this weekend's games, Premier League action comes to an end due to the upcoming international break.

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