The English football fraternity paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth.
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The world was at an almost standstill when Queen Elizabeth's death was announced.
Twitter was abuzz with tributes for the long-standing monarch with English teams involved in the Europa League also paying their respects.
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Football clubs and players also expressed their sadness over the Queen's passing.
In-game tributes
Manchester United, Arsenal, and West Ham were all in Europa League action yesterday, with United flying their flags at half mast and the Hammers singing the English National anthem.
The Gunners held their moment of silence before the start of the second half of their clash against Zurich:
A moment of silence was observed before the start of the second half of the @EuropaLeague match between @Arsenal and @fc_zuerich with the passing of the Queen Elizabeth II.pic.twitter.com/mmmg3VkSLi
— PHSports LiveScores (@LiveScoresPH) September 8, 2022
Man United's moment of silence before kick-off against Real Sociedad:
Manchester United and Real Sociedad pay their respects to Her Majesty the Queen, who passed away today aged 96. pic.twitter.com/ALUcciB6hp
— CBS Sports Golazo ?? (@CBSSportsGolazo) September 8, 2022
West Ham belted out God Save The Queen:
West Ham fans sing The National Anthem pic.twitter.com/rcCGCM1uIK
— Ian Abrahams (Moose) (@BroadcastMoose) September 8, 2022
Twitter reactions
Players like Harry Kane, Harry Maguire and former Arsenal player Aaron Ramsey all took time to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth on social media:
My thoughts are with the Royal Family at this very difficult time. The Queen was an amazing inspiration and will be remembered for her incredible years of service to this country. Rest in peace, Your Majesty. https://t.co/Tj0NrDpWBo
— Harry Kane (@HKane) September 8, 2022
Rest In Peace your Majesty https://t.co/r9ER3CmSMl
— Aaron Ramsey (@aaronramsey) September 8, 2022
Rest in peace, Her Majesty The Queen. Thoughts are with the Royal Family at this sad time. pic.twitter.com/PuRFj7L4Oo
— Harry Maguire (@HarryMaguire93) September 8, 2022
Premier League clubs have all blackened out their club crests on their respective profile pictures to mourn the Queen:
Brighton Hove Albion is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II.
— Brighton Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) September 8, 2022
Our thoughts and condolences are with The Royal Family and everyone around the world mourning the loss of Her Majesty. pic.twitter.com/Lxa4D6BLLU
Manchester United shares the sorrow of the entire nation following the announcement from Buckingham Palace on the passing of Her Royal Highness The Queen Elizabeth II. pic.twitter.com/QwLRZ9z4yf
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 8, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur joins the nation in mourning the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 8, 2022
The Club should like to extend its condolences to all members of the Royal Family at this sad time. pic.twitter.com/dg9kjs62N1
Manchester City wishes to express its sincere condolences to The Royal Family following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 8, 2022
Her Majesty's dedication and service has been exemplary and we join our country and the Commonwealth in mourning her loss. pic.twitter.com/mDTn2Nj1UB
There's also a high chance that Premier League fixtures for this weekend will be postponed following the Queen's passing.
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