Fans notice what Gary Neville did to try and get Liverpool vs Man United called off after heavy snow

Fans immediately spotted what Gary Neville did in an attempt to try and get Liverpool's clash with Manchester United called off.

Premier League leaders Liverpool host 14th placed United in a huge game at Anfield on Sunday, with the home side massive favourites.

Overnight, heavy snow hit parts of the north west and there were fears the adverse weather conditions could lead to the match being postponed.

A Safety Advisory Group reviewed the situation at 9am and then deferred the verdict to 11:45am - when it was confirmed that the outcome of safety meetings assessing the weather and travel conditions was that the game could go ahead as planned.

A statement from Liverpool read: "Today’s fixture against Manchester United will go ahead as planned. Two safety meetings were held earlier to assess the weather and travel conditions.

"We thank everyone involved in helping us to get this game on today. If you’re travelling to Anfield then please take extra care. We look forward to seeing you there."

At one point the Anfield pitch was covered in snow and ground staff were required to shovel it away so that the playing surface was playable.

Reds legend and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher helped out by doing his bit, but United legend Neville had other ideas.

Fearing that United were on the receiving end of a mauling from their rivals, he proceeded to throw snow back on the pitch in hilarious footage shared by Sky Sports.

Fans on X we in hysterics by the clip, with one writing: "Genuinely amusing from Neville."

A second said: "Keep up the top work @GNev2, between the frozen pavements and travel disruption we all know this game shouldn't be played."

A third commented: "Neville knows what is coming."

A fourth added: "Gary Neville is all of us United fans today!"

A final user posted: "Both of them depict exactly what each side wants."

United issue statement on game

Shortly after Liverpool's statement, United commented on the update, confirming that it is safe for fans to head to Anfield for the game - but urging their supporters to be careful.

"Following a second safety meeting, it has been decided that today's match between Manchester United and Liverpool will go ahead," the club's official account posted.

"There has been snowfall and weather warnings across the North West on Sunday but it has been deemed safe for fans to attend the 16:30 GMT kick-off.

"Take care if you are travelling to Merseyside, Reds."

Liverpool will eight points clear of title rivals Arsenal if they win, after the Gunners drew 1-1 away at Brighton on Saturday night.