The Irish League fell silent on Monday night as it paid tribute to Michael Newberry who has died at the age of 27.
The Cliftonville defender - who previously played for Linfield - was a hugely popular figure in Northern Ireland football.
His death has sent shockwaves throughout the Irish League and surrounding communities, with tributes pouring in from clubs including Newcastle United where he started his career.
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Cliftonville and Linfield's scheduled games on Monday night were postponed as a mark of respect, while eight other fixtures across the top two flights of the NI Football League went ahead.
A number of tributes were held, with clubs observing a minute's silence before kick-off.
The NI Football League said earlier in the day: "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.
"As a mark of respect, Cliftonville’s match against Dungannon Swifts in the Sports Direct 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."
Newberry started his career with hometown club Newcastle United before spending two years in Iceland with Vikingur Olafsvik. A move to the Irish League followed as he joined Linfield making 54 appearances for the club before he moved across Belfast to sign for Cliftonville at the end of last season.
Newcastle said on social media: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former player, Michael Newberry, at the age of 27. Our sincere condolences go to Michael's family, friends and all at @cliftonvillefc at this time. Rest in peace, Michael."
Cliftonville added: "Our condolences are extended to Michael's 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 heartbreaking news."
Meanwhile, Linfield said: "Linfield FC is devastated to learn of the sudden passing of our former player, Michael Newberry. The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Michael’s family and friends at this very sad time."
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