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Egypt leagues suspended

2 February 2012-PA Sport

The Egyptian Football Federation has announced an indefinite suspension of all leagues in the country after the violent clashes in Port Said that left dozens dead.

Rival fans invaded the pitch and fought after Al-Masry recorded a surprise 3-1 win over Al-Ahly.

Reports say at least 73 people have died in the unrest while up to a thousand others are injured after the violence quickly spread.

The Egyptian federation issued two statements, announcing a period of mourning and a suspension of football in the country.

"The Egyptian federation has decided to stop the football leagues in all four divisions for an indefinite period after the violence that occurred in the game between Al Masry and Al-Ahly, which represented a tragic shock to the centre of sport in general and the football family in particular," read one statement.

The other added: "The federation has announced that Egyptian football will be in mourning for three days for the souls of those who have fallen victim to the violence that occurred in the wake of the Al Masry-Al-Ahly match."

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