Southampton's scheduled Championship clash with Preston North End was called off on Wednesday due to a fire incident that occurred in a building adjacent to St Mary's Stadium. The decision to postpone the match was made following consultations with local authorities and emergency services, as confirmed by club officials.
The club released a statement explaining the situation, stating, 'The decision was made after consultation with the local authorities and emergency services after a major fire broke out in a building next to the St Mary's Stadium site earlier today.'
