Arbroath's Scottish Championship match against Ayr United was postponed shortly before kick-off due to a frozen pitch at Gayfield. The referee, Ross Hardie, made the decision just before 14:00 GMT, leaving players and fans disappointed. Ayr United expressed their frustration, stating that the frozen condition of the pitch was evident upon arrival and should have been reported earlier. They highlighted the inconvenience caused to their supporters who traveled over 250 miles for the match. Ayr United plans to raise these serious concerns with the SPFL regarding the late call-off. This incident follows another postponement in the Championship, where Dunfermline faced Partick Thistle for similar reasons. The situation has sparked discussions about matchday preparations and communication protocols in Scottish football.