The Chinese companies that own the television rights will not broadcast any of the ten English league games.
On February 24, Russia invaded Ukraine and started a war between the two nations that continues today and seems to have no end in a short time. Because of this, several institutions spoke out in favor of the Ukrainians and gave them their public support, as was the case with the PremierLeague. China, one of the main allies of the Russians, made a decision on the broadcast of the English league matches.
As reported by the BBC british, The Chinese companies that own the television rights to the Premier League matches informed the league that as of this weekend they will not broadcast any of the matches that are played., for the heartfelt support they will give Ukraine. When the English league authorities were consulted about the decision to ChinaThey preferred not to talk about it.
“We call for peace and our thoughts are with all those who have been affected,” expressed from the Premier League this week. In addition, they asked the fans “a moment of reflection and solidarity before the kick-off of each match”. Finally, they ruled: “We condemn and express our wholehearted rejection of Russia’s actions.”
The measures that the Premier League took to express its support for Ukraine for the war with Russia
“The Premier League and our clubs wholeheartedly reject Russia’s actions and will show their support for the people of Ukraine in every match this weekend.”said the statement from the English league.
One of the measures will be that the 20 team captains will wear special ribbons in the colors of Ukraine.
What’s more, “a moment of reflection and solidarity”probably similar to the minute of silence or applause, will take place before the kick-off of each match.
EMeanwhile, the stadium screens will show the phrase “football unites” with a background of blue and yellow colors, similar to the Ukrainian flag. Also, these words will be displayed on the perimeter LED panels.
The Premier will not sanction players who celebrate by taking off their shirts and showing their support for Ukraine
As reported ‘Daily Mail’the heads of the Premier They would have met with the arbitration groups to determine that the arbitrators show solidarity with players who show messages of support for Ukraine and do not show them a yellow card.
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