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'Hearts go out to all affected' - Football world reacts to tragic Manchester Arena blast

Police have confirmed 19 fatalities following a suspected terrorist attack at an Ariana Grande concert Monday night

Tragedy struck in northwest England late Monday night, with 19 fatalities confirmed following a blast at Manchester Arena.

Around 50 people also were injured in the incident, which police are treating as a suspected terrorist attack.

And the football world took to social media to express sympathy and support for the victims of the tragedy, which occurred following a concert from singer Ariana Grande.

It's with great sadness we hear of the terrible events at the Arena.