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Premier League suspended after death of Queen Elizabeth II

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The Premier League has suspended this weekend's fixtures as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96.

It said in a statement on Friday: "At a meeting this morning, Premier League clubs paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

"To honour her extraordinary life and contribution to the nation, and as a mark of respect, this weekend's Premier League match round will be postponed, including Monday evening's game."

Tributes from across football and the sports world were made in honour of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, who died on Thursday after 70 years on the throne.