Sport has come together in solidarity with Ukraine. The Premier League is one of the major leagues that has been most affected by the conflict in Russia and Ukraine. The English league issued a statement last Wednesday indicating that in the matches played this weekend, corresponding to matchday 28, lThe captains of the 20 teams will wear an armband with the identifying colors of Ukraine as a show of support. Additionally, stadium screens will display the phrase ‘Football Stands Together’ with the blue and yellow flag of the country.
In consecuense, Chinese companies have informed the Premier League that they will not broadcast this weekend’s match on television, according to the BBC. The reason lies in planning to support Ukrainegiven that China is a close political ally of Russia. The Premier League has so far refused to comment on China’s refusal to broadcast the coverage.
The statement from the English top league showed its full support for Ukraine. “We call for peace and our thoughts are with all those who have been attacked“, he expressed. “A show of solidarity with Ukraine will be visible at all Premier League matches from Saturday 5th to Monday 7th March.. This follows the many ways clubs have already shown their support.”
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