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THE League Two clash between Barrow and Gillingham has been called off after the pitch was deemed to be unfit to play on.<\/p>\n

Barrow were due to take on Gillingham on Saturday at 3pm.<\/p>\n

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However, following a pitch inspection the game has now been postponed.<\/p>\n

The club said the decision had also been made with fans in mind.<\/p>\n

A statement from Barrow said: "Having conducted a pitch inspection at the SO Legal Stadium earlier this afternoon, the pitch has been deemed unplayable in its current state.<\/p>\n

"To avoid supporters making unnecessary journeys, the decision was made to postpone tomorrow\u2019s game.<\/p>\n

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"A rearranged date for the fixture, and ticket information for that match will be released in due course."<\/p>\n

The trip from Gillingham to Barrow-in-Furness, where the Bluebirds are located, covers a distance of roughly 325 miles. <\/p>\n

The estimated driving time for the trip is a whopping five and a half hours.<\/p>\n

Barrow and Gillingham are competing for a play-off spots in England's fourth tier. <\/p>\n

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The home side currently sit in third place, five points off league leaders Stockport. <\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Gills sit in 7th, six points behind Barrow.<\/p>\n

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