Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo joins the call for peace in Ukraine ahead of Russia’s invasion.
Cristian Ronaldo, a Manchester United forward, has joined a growing list of athletes who have condemned Russia’s aggression of Ukraine. The decision by Russia to attack Ukraine has shocked Europe, prompting UEFA to move the Champions League final from St. Petersburg, Russia, to Saint-Denis, France.
On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, resulting in the most heinous kind of warfare Europe has seen since WWII. Many prominent sportsmen came out against the attack, including Cristiano Ronaldo, who advocated for peace, saying, “We have to build a better world for our children.”
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner took to Instagram to address his 407 million followers, writing: “We should make the world a better place for our children. I’m hoping for world peace.”
Manchester United’s £40 million sponsorship arrangement with Aeroflot has also been cancelled due to the incident. The six-year contract with Russia’s national airline had 18 months left on it. The English club confirmed the termination on Friday. “We have revoked Aeroflot’s sponsorship rights due to the events in Ukraine. We share our fans’ concerns all across the world and offer our condolences to those who have been affected. “According to a spokeswoman for United,
On Tuesday, United’s journey to Spain with Aeroflot for their Champions League match against Atletico Madrid was cancelled just hours before Russia began military action in Ukraine. Based in the United Kingdom, Titan Airways flew the squad to Madrid.
Schalke has also lost Gazprom, the Russian state-owned energy behemoth, as its principal sponsor, citing “grave concern” over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. For Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Karlsruher SC, Schalke wore shirts featuring “Schalke 04” on the front.
Many countries, including England, Scotland, and Wales, have chosen not to play football against Russia “for the time being.” This includes competing against any team posing as the ‘Football Union of Russia.’
The decision was made “out of sympathy with Ukraine and to categorically denounce the atrocities perpetrated by the Russian government,” according to a statement from the England Football Association.
Edited By- Mahi Gupta
Published By- Pawan Rajput
