Chelsea and Liverpool paid tribute to the people of Ukraine ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup Final.
The two teams applauded along with a packed Wembley, with the big screens inside the stadium emblazoned with the message ‘Football Stands Together’.
The move was a show solidarity in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Players from Chelsea and Liverpool also posed together for a photograph ahead of kick-off to make a united statement.
Earlier on Sunday, Chelsea issued an official statement calling for peace.
It read: “The situation in Ukraine is horrific and devastating. Chelsea FC’s thoughts are with everyone in Ukraine. Everyone at the club is praying for peace.”
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has taken a step back from the club in light of the crisis in Ukraine.
The running of the club will now be the responsibility of the trustees of Chelsea’s charitable foundation, headed by Bruce Buck.
In a statement on Saturday night, Abramovich said: “During my nearly 20-year ownership of Chelsea FC, I have always viewed my role as a custodian of the Club, whose job it is ensuring that we are as successful as we can be today, as well as build for the future, while also playing a positive role in our communities. I have always taken decisions with the Club’s best interest at heart. I remain committed to these values. That is why I am today giving trustees of Chelsea’s charitable Foundation the stewardship and care of Chelsea FC.
“I believe that currently they are in the best position to look after the interests of the Club, players, staff, and fans.”
