Arsenal and Manchester United hold minute’s silence to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II by Our Reporter September 8, 2022 written by Our Reporter September 8, 2022 128Arsenal held a minute’s silence before the start of the second half of their Europa League group game against FC Zurich to pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.With the Group A game tied at 1-1 at half-time, both sides gathered around the centre circle to pay tribute to the Queen before the second half got underway. The Queen, who ruled for longer than any Monarch in British history, passed away at her residence in Balmoral, Buckingham Palace announced at just after 18:30pm UK time on Thursday. Manchester United’s Group E Europa League game against Real Sociedad went ahead as originally scheduled at 8pm UK time and tributes took place to honour the Queen. A minute’s silence was held while both sides wore black armbands. Flags at Old Trafford also flew at half-masts. You Might Be Interested In NDSF: Delta State will bounce back – Sinebe Messi dedicates Ballon d’Or to Maradona Scheffler wins golf’s gold after final flourishA statement before the game read: “Following direction from the FA and UEFA, tonight’s UEFA Europa League fixture against Real Sociedad will take place as planned at Old Trafford. “A minute’s silence will be held before kick-off which will allow the teams, match officials and everyone in attendance to pay their respects to Her Majesty, The Queen.“Both teams will wear black armbands and the flags at Old Trafford will fly at half-mast as a sign of our utmost respect.” West Ham’s Europa Conference League game against FCSB also went ahead as planned with a minute’s silence observed. Author Our Reporter View all posts Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTumblrWhatsappTelegramEmail previous post Gunners begin Europa on a high floor Zurich 2-1 next post UEFA Conference League: Chukwueze scores, bags assist in Villarreal’s win vs Lech Poznan You may also like Gwagwalada and AMAC Set for Historic Showdown in... Lagos Legends Club Pays Courtesy Visit To AIG... Lagos FA, Stakeholders Mourns Death Of Tade Azeez Francis Orbih elected into Badminton World Federation Council NSC Mourns the Passing of Ex Referees Association... 40 Athletes from 30 Schools across 10 States... Lagos State League: Chekas Feeders Coach Rues Draw... CBEX: EFCC declares eight persons wanted over crypto fraud Chelsea’s troubled season not a failure insists Maresca Team Nigeria ends African Weightlifting Championship with 13...Leave a Comment Cancel ReplySave my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
