Newry City Statement

Newry City FC released a statement after the violence that marred Saturdays game against Larne at the Showgrounds:

The board and Management at Newry City FC wish to release the following statement.

" Newry City FC are committed to co-operating fully with any investigation which may ensue & arising out of the incidents which occurred during the Irish Cup game v Larne on the 16th of January 2010. Consequently the club can offer no further comments regarding the occurrences leading up to the abandonment of the match.

Everyone associated with Newry City is greatly disappointed to have become embroiled in such an incident and strongly condemn the use of violence in any form whether on or off the pitch.

We wish to express our support for our players, and we desire to thank our security and medical staff for their endeavour and efforts at the time.

The directors in particular welcome the statement released by Larne FC on their website which unequivocally condemns the violence which occurred."