Manchester United's press conference ahead of the Europa League final has been cancelled after Monday's attack at Manchester Arena.
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed children are among the 22 killed and 59 wounded by a bomb that exploded after a concert by American pop star Ariana Grande at the Arena.
UEFA have expressed their shock and sadness, but say Europa League final will go ahead as planned.
Old Trafford is closed to the public and United said in an official club statement: "Due to the tragic events in Manchester last night, and the effect that this has had on everyone here at the club and within our city, we have decided to cancel this evening's pre-match press conference. "We are sure that, in the circumstances, you will all understand our position on this matter."
An earlier statement said everyone at United was "deeply shocked by last night's terrible events" and the club's "thoughts and prayers" went out to everyone affected, including children from their Manchester United Foundation partner schools who were attending the concert.
Messages of condolence, defiance and support have been coming in ever since news broke of the appalling incident, with many governing bodies saying they will take increased security measures at events.
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