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LEYTON ORIENT'S final home match of the season was stopped by a pitch invasion as angry fans protested against their owner Francesco Becchetti.

Supporters vented their anger in the 85th minute, forcing play during their home game against Colchester to be stopped.

 Fans stormed to the pitch at Brisbane Road
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Fans stormed to the pitch at Brisbane RoadCredit: Rex Features

The O's were relegated from the Football League for the first time in 112 years earlier this month.

Fans reportedly chanted: "Orient is ours! F*** off Bechetti! Orient is ours!"

Orient were losing 3-1 to Colchester before the fans took to the field.

Officials tried to calm fans and remove them off the pitch but their efforts failed.

 A flare was used during the pitch invasion
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A flare was used during the pitch invasionCredit: Rex Features
 Fans reportedly sang: “Orient is ours! F*** off Bechetti! Orient is ours!”
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Fans reportedly sang: “Orient is ours! F*** off Bechetti! Orient is ours!”Credit: Rex Features
 This sign was pictured outside the stadium
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This sign was pictured outside the stadiumCredit: Rex Features
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