Motherwell have offered fans who bought tickets for their weekend game against Ross County a refund if they failed to make the trip.
The Fir Park outfit urged fans not to travel up the A9 to Dingwall on Saturday amid chaotic conditions caused by extreme winter weather across the central belt and north of Scotland.
The hosts would go on to win the game 2-1 in the Highlands.
Motherwell has revealed that County have not offered a refund for supporters who opted not to make the journey due to safety concerns.
So, they have stepped in to ensure all fans who bought tickets but didn't go get their money back.
A statement reads: "When the extenuating circumstances arose on Saturday morning, and with weather conditions only getting worse, we advised all supporters not to travel on the A9 to Inverness.
"Having clarified Ross County were not prepared to offer ticket refunds to those who were unable to attend the match despite buying a ticket, the club board engaged with the Well Society board immediately.
"Both parties felt the right thing to do was to offer ticket refunds to any supporter who could not attend due to the extreme weather/travel advice.
"We have now received the sales and entry data from Ross County and can move the process forward.
"If you were one of those who bought a match ticket(s) and couldn’t attend the game, and you wish to be refunded, please email tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk with your name and contact number clearly stated. Please note, only the person who purchased the tickets will be offered a refund."
“We felt this was the right thing to do in this instance,” Chief Executive Brian Caldwell added. “Lots of our supporters were left out of pocket, through no fault of their own. We’re a fan-owned club, and this is a spectator sport. We want to ensure supporters feel valued, and hopefully this is a small gesture they appreciate.
“Thank you to all who made the journey to Dingwall and to those who attempted it. I hope everyone returned home safely.”
“Putting fans first and at the heart of our football club is a key part of the Well Society’s purpose,” Philip Speedie Chair of The Well Society added.
“It’s great to see the club being so proactive – across the weekend, and today – with updates and this important gesture of goodwill. This news is a further sign of the Club, Society and wider stakeholders working together for our shared future.”
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