Several football clubs in Northern Ireland have postponed matches following the death of Cliftonville FC player Michael Newberry.
Newberry's current club Cliftonville FC have postponed their game to honour his death. Cliftonville confirmed Newberry's death on Monday in a heartbreaking tribute, with the club left 'shaken' by the loss.family and friends, as well as the many team-mates he played with during his career, and fans who will be shaken and saddened by this heartbreakingMonday's scheduled fixture with Dungannon Swifts at Solitude has been postponed out of respect.
Dungannon said: 'Everyone at Dungannon Swifts FC are deeply saddened by the news of Michael Newberry's passing. 'We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr. Newberry's family and everybody associated with Cliftonville FC and Linfield FC at this sad time.' Also postponed is the game between Linfield and Larne following a request from the former due to his time at the club.A Linfield statement read: 'Linfield FC is devastated to learn of the sudden passing of our former player, Michael Newberry.'Linfield has agreed with NIFL that tonight's Premiership game against Larne should be postponed. 'The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Michael's family and friends at this very sad time.' Larne said: 'Everyone at Larne Football Club are deeply saddened to hear of Michael Newberry’s passing. 'Our thoughts and prayers go out to Michael’s family and friends at this time and everyone associated with Cliftonville FC and Linfield FC. said: 'The NI Football League are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Cliftonville player Michael Newberry. 'Everyone connected with the NI Football League pass on our heartfelt condolences to Michael’s family, friends and everyone connected with Cliftonville Football Club at this sad time.Premiership tonight (Monday) has been postponed. 'In addition, following a request from Linfield, and due to Michael’s time at Windsor Park and his close association with the Linfield players and staff - their match against Larne this evening has also been postponed.
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