Lincoln City say that the prospects of Saturday’s League Two game against Oxford United taking place are no more than 50-50, even at this early stage.

The pitch is frozen solid and conditions around the Sincil Bank ground are described as dangerous, with up to four inches of ice in some places.

There needs to be a significant thaw over the next few days for the match to have a chance.

Lincoln officials say the situation will be assessed tomorrow when a decision will be made as to whether a pitch inspection will be necessary, probably on Friday, to prevent Oxford United having any unnecessary travelling if playing conditions look impossible.