Pitch inspection confirmed ahead of Aberdeen vs Celtic

The Scottish Premiership game, scheduled for 8pm, is now subject to a pitch inspection at 4pm due to an "area of the surface that is causing concern."

Weeks of heavy rain have impacted the pitch at Aberdeen.

Aberdeen Football Club issued a statement earlier highlighting their concerns about the poor condition of the pitch.

The statement said: "Please be aware Aberdeen FC contacted the SPFL earlier this afternoon to arrange a pitch inspection ahead of this evening’s William Hill Premiership game between Aberdeen and Celtic.

"Prolonged rain over the last few weeks has made the pitch heavy.

"The groundstaff have been working tirelessly to get it ready, but there is an area of the surface at the Merkland end that is causing concern.

"A referee will inspect the pitch at 4pm and we will update supporters as soon as a decision has been made."