Storm Bram Forces Late Postponement of Queen of the South vs Dunfermline Athletic Cup Tie

Weather Chaos Hits Scottish Football

The KDM Evolution Trophy match between Queen of the South and Dunfermline Athletic was postponed 10 minutes after the match was due to kick off on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. The late decision left supporters frustrated after many had travelled the 200-mile round trip to Palmerston Park in Dumfries, only to see the fixture called off due to safety concerns related to Storm Bram.

Storm Bram’s Impact on the Match

It was one of six matches in total out of 15 last-32 ties called off amid heavy winds and rain caused by Storm Bram, which brought gusts of up to 90mph. The decision at Palmerston Park was particularly controversial due to its timing. Dunfermline posted on X at 19:26 GMT, 20 minutes before kick-off, that: “Due to some of the Queen of the South players being stuck in traffic, there has been a delay to kick off.” Travel disruption on the M74 motorway, including overturned lorries, had delayed the arrival of both Queen of the South players and the match referee.

At 19:48, Dunfermline added: “Due to safety concerns and high winds, the match officials have called the game off. After a pitch inspection the match referee deemed the conditions unplayable due to the strength of the wind. Despite the pitch being technically playable, the extreme weather conditions posed significant safety risks to players and spectators alike.

Fan Frustration and Wider Disruption

A number of fans replied, saying it was “a disgrace” that the postponement had come so late when strong winds had been been forecast and that they had made the 200-mile round trip for nothing. Dunfermline FC has apologised to the supporters who made the long journey to Dumfries. The postponement was one of several fixtures affected by Storm Bram, with matches across Scotland cancelled as the amber weather warning brought dangerous conditions to much of the country.

What This Means for Both Clubs

The postponement adds to fixture congestion for both teams as they navigate the KDM Evolution Trophy alongside their league commitments. Dunfermline Athletic currently sit fifth in the Championship, whilst Queen of the South occupy a similar position in League One. Both clubs will await confirmation of a rescheduled date for this cup tie, which represents an important opportunity for silverware and progression to the last 16 of the competition. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Scottish football during winter months, where unpredictable weather can wreak havoc on carefully planned schedules and disappoint travelling supporters.