Leyton Orient match ABANDONED after desperate fans ran onto pitch to stop game for medical emergency in stands

LEYTON ORIENT’S clash with Lincoln was abandoned on Tuesday night due to an “ongoing medical emergency”.

Orient led 1-0 in the 84th minute when the match was halted.

GettyLeyton Orient’s clash with Lincoln was suspended due to a ‘crowd emergency’[/caption]

GettyFans ran onto the pitch in an attempt to stop the game during the medical emergency[/caption]

GettyThe match was eventually halted by the referee[/caption]

Both sets of players were eventually taken off the field as the match was suspended until further notice.

Prior to the game being stopped, photos showed supporters invading the pitch and sitting on the field of play in an attempt to halt the match.

And SunSport understands medics were seen helping a member of the crowd on the side of the pitch.

Nearly an hour after the game had been topped, Orient confirmed on social media that the game would not be restarting.

They tweeted: “This evening’s match will not be restarted due to the ongoing medical emergency in the East Stand.

“All of our hopes are prayers are with the supporter and his loved ones at this incredibly distressing time.”

An initial tweet from the club read: “The game is paused due to a crowd emergency.

“We’re keeping everything crossed for those involved, and will update with further information when we have it.”

Nine minutes later, the League One side then provided another update.

They said: “The players are now being taken off the field of play.

“The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Leyton Orient are with everyone involved.

“We will update further when we have more information.”

Messages of support were posted on social media following the worrying scene.

One person said: “Hope they’re OK. Forget the football life is more important.”

While another added: “Wish the O’s fan a speedy recovery.”