Irish League brawl condemned as officials await reports after 4 players sent off
The Northern Ireland Football League has "totally condemned" the unsightly scenes that spoiled the end of Larne's match against Glentoran on Saturday evening.
A brawl involving players and officials from both teams erupted on the Inver Park pitch after the final whistle, as the home team clinched the point they needed to edge out the Glens for second place in the league and secure automatic qualification for European football next season.
It took several minutes to restore order, with referee Jamie Robinson handing out four red cards to Aaron Donnelly and Conor McKendry of Larne and Fuad Sule and Christie Pattison of Glentoran.
However, other players could be facing retrospective action for their involvement in the distasteful scenes, as NIFL confirmed they are waiting for reports from the match officials.
A spokesperson for NIFL said on Sunday: "We are aware of and totally condemn the incidents following the Larne - Glentoran game on Saturday evening", reports Belfast Live.
"NIFL staff have been in contact with the match referee and the match observer to offer support, and we will await their respective official reports.
"We will work with the IFA Disciplinary Committee to make sure they have all the necessary information on this matter."
In a further statement, the Irish FA said: "We are aware of the matter and, should it be formally referred to the Disciplinary Committee, normal disciplinary protocols will be followed in line with established procedures."
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