LEIGH RMI were left sitting on the sidelines for the second time over the festive season on New Years Day as their game at Stalybridge fell victim to the weather.

It was more reminiscent of Moscow than Manchester at Bower Fold and a fixture that had always been in jeopardy since snow and ice hit Tameside, was postponed shortly before 11am on Tuesday.

It was the second time in a week that he two sides had been frustrated after Boxing Day's scheduled meeting at Hilton Park was also cancelled due to a frozen pitch.

When the two games are eventually re-scheduled, they are likely to be pivotal in deciding who is relegated to the Unibond League.