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Revealed: The incredible SINKHOLE damage which has left Wimbledon's pitch looking like a GOLF COURSE - with new venue chosen for postponed game against Newcastle

A sinkhole caused by heavy flooding has appeared on the pitch at AFC Wimbledon’s Plough Lane, forcing the postponement of Tuesday's Carabao Cup third-round tie against Newcastle.

Pictures show an area near the corner flag of the League Two ground looking more like a golf course, where the pitch has collapsed and sandy bunkers have emerged.

It has left the pitch unplayable after a fortnight’s worth of rain fell overnight on Monday. Streets around the stadium are also flooded, as are car parks.

It means the game will now be played at St James’ Park next Tuesday after both clubs and the EFL agreed that a venue change was the quickest way to fulfil the fixture.