Reports from South Yorkshire are suggesting that a U2 concert at the Don Valley Stadium could result in the postponement of the Rotherham v Dale fixture in August.

U2 are due to play at the Athletics ground on Thursday 20th August, just two days before the scheduled game between Dale and the Millers.

With the concert involving supporters and equipment on the pitch, there is growing concern that the venue will be in no fit state to host a game between two of the fancied sides in League Two for next season. 

Speaking to the local Sheffield newspaper, Rotherham's Chief Operating Officer Paul Douglas said: "Obviously there is concern that there might be some damage to the pitch with concert goers using it although it would be well protected

"But we have been given assurances that the pitch will be ready and alright for us on the Saturday. Hopefully, that will be the case. At the moment we play Rochdale on that date but we will continue to monitor matters and liaise with the stadium authorities. We don't want to have to move it."

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