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Gareth Fullerton

Linfield hit with one-match stadium ban following Oval trouble

Linfield have been hit with a one-match stadium ban following last week's trouble during the Big Two derby.

It is understood that Blues fans will not be allowed to attend next month's home game against Newry City.

The punishment follows last week's ugly scenes at the Oval when a section of Linfield supporters threw missiles onto the pitch during the 3-0 derby defeat.

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The game was halted twice after Glentoran players Aaron McCarey and Marcus Kane appeared to be struck by items.

David Healy's side host Newry on Saturday, March 18 in their penultimate game before the split. Visiting fans will be permitted to attend the fixture.

In a brief statement posted on the club's website, Linfield - who have a right of appeal - said: "Linfield FC notes the correspondence received from the IFA disciplinary committee.

"The club will consider the findings and provide an update in due course."

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