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Cliftonville defender Newberry dies on eve of 27th birthday
Michael Newberry (right), July 22, 2021

CLIFTONVILLE defender Michael Newberry has died, the Irish Premiership club have announced.

The death of Northern Ireland youth international Newberry, who began his career at Newcastle, was announced on his 27th birthday.

“Cliftonville Football Club are devastated to learn of the sudden death of Michael Newberry,” read a club statement.

“Our sincere condolences are extended to Michael’s family and friends, as well as the many team-mates he played alongside during his career, and supporters who will be shaken and saddened by this heartbreaking news at this most difficult of times.

“Rest in peace, Newbs.”

Newberry joined Cliftonville earlier this year after playing for Icelandic side Vikingur Olafsvik and Linfield in the Irish Premiership.

Tuesday’s scheduled games between Cliftonville and Dungannon Swifts and Linfield and Larne have been postponed as a mark of respect.

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