A rugby league match between Ireland and Serbia has been abandoned after a Serbian official reportedly punched a player in the head which sparked an all-in brawl.

The Rugby League European Federation released a statement on its Facebook page outlining what had occurred.

"Serbia vs Ireland match has been abandoned in the 65th minute," the post read. "Very sad and unsavoury scenes. Ireland were leading 24-16 at the time."

Rugby League Ireland was posting live updates on its Facebook page of the international match when things started to get sour.