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Andrew Gastelum

Benfica's Yaremchuk Celebrates Goal By Revealing Ukrainian Coat of Arms Under Jersey

Ukrainian international Roman Yaremchuk celebrated his Champions League goal for Benfica against Ajax by removing his jersey, revealing Ukraine's coat of arms.

Following up a blocked shot by Gonçalo Ramos, Yaremchuk scored in the 72nd minute to ensure that Benfica heads to the return leg in Amsterdam with a 2–2 draw. Underneath his jersey, Yaremchuk wore a shirt with the Ukrainian trident, which has been considered a national symbol for more than 100 years.

But given the ongoing conflict with Russia on the Ukrainian border, the forward's gesture became a lasting image from the round of 16 first leg. On Tuesday, reports suggested that UEFA is considering moving this season’s Champions League final away from Saint Petersburg due to the conflict. 

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