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The penalty box at the Merkland Stand end of Pittodrie after persistent rainfall in Aberdeen this week Celtic have approached the Scottish Professional Football League to question whether the correct process was followed over the postponement of their game at Aberdeen. The Scottish Premiership game was called off at 16: 20 GMT on Wednesday - fewer than four hours before kick-off. Aberdeen contacted the SPFL at about 13: 30 to request a pitch inspection amid concern over a waterlogged goalmouth at the Merkland Stand end of Pittodrie. The match was called off shortly after a 16: 00 inspection over concerns players could lose their footing in the penalty box and the ball would not bounce properly. "It is extremely regrettable that the match against Aberdeen was postponed, particularly at such a late stage, " said a Celtic statement. "While we understand the decision, clearly we sympathise with our supporters, many of whom had begun making their journeys or had arrived in Aberdeen already. "We have raised the matter with the SPFL, to understand whether the SPFL pitch inspection protocol was followed correctly. "In our view, there must be the ability to make earlier decisions on matches. We are very sorry that our fans have been inconvenienced in this way. " The postponement followed heavy rainfall after a period of heavy snow in the area, and persistent showers are expected until Saturday's Scottish Cup tie against Motherwell at Pittodrie. Motherwell's Premiership game against Dundee was also postponed on Wednesday. Free agent Oxlade-Chamberlain close to Celtic move Why did Celtic turn down £25m bid for Engels? Visit our Celtic page for all the latest news, analysis and fan views Get Celtic news notifications in the BBC Sport app Premier League news conferences: Carrick speaking; Rosenior accuses Arsenal of disrespect Arsenal lack of respect behind outburst - Rosenior The 'incredible story' of the British coach at Super Bowl Pride is at stake in the legendary international rugby union tournament Can Louis Rees-Zammit help Welsh rugby out of its nightmare? The biggest global stage for winter sports returns Why are people in China looking for parental love from strangers? 'Aberdeen savour the most perfect game ever played' How Mc Tominay became a Napoli icon after Man Utd exit Scotland men's internationals to be shown live on BBC Commonwealth Games: Why is it so special to be part of Team Scotland? From titles to tinpottery - rank Scotland's top 10 clubs Trends and tactics to look for at 2026 T20 World Cup Inside Man City's rebuild and plan for life without Guardiola A 'special' snooker player who became a TV star - John Virgo obituary Dodds stars as GB curlers start Winter Olympics with win. Video Dodds stars as GB curlers start Winter Olympics with win Who won the WSL transfer window? Rate each club's deals Is the evil empire back? How the Patriots rebuilt a broken dynasty 'Years in the making' - are Arsenal ready to shed 'nearly-men' tag? What impact might 'unprecedented' Six Nations schedule have? 'Don't be afraid of being different, it's your superpower' In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week Is the Australian Open still the 'Happy Slam'? Just seven signings - the Premier League's quiet deadline day 'Strong and smart' - Liverpool's £60m man, who can 'become like Van Dijk' Snowboard begins as curling continues - Thursday's Winter Olympics guide All the done deals on deadline day in one place Will Seahawks stop Patriots' record bid? Lowdown on Super Bowl 2026 Six Nations preview & BBC pundit predictions Happy tennis, serious name - how history-maker Alcaraz clinched career Slam What's gone wrong for Chelsea in WSL and is Bompastor still right coach? Why 2026 could be GB's most successful Winter Olympics Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.