There will be no matches in the Premier League this weekend.
An official statement released on Friday morning said it was “as a mark of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II”.
The statement signed by Richard Masters, Premier League Chief Executive, said: “We and our clubs would like to pay tribute to Her Majesty’s long and unwavering service to our country.
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“As our longest-serving monarch, she has been an inspiration and leaves behind an incredible legacy following a life of dedication.
Further updates regarding Premier League fixtures during the period of mourning will be provided in due course