Chelsea release statement on Ukraine, without mentioning Russia

English Premier League clubside Chelsea, owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, have made a 24-word statement on Russian invasion of Ukraine, but it was without mentioning Russia at all. “The situation in Ukraine is horrific and devastating,” the London club said on Sunday. “Chelsea FC’s thoughts are with everyone in Ukraine. Everyone at the club is praying […] The post Chelsea release statement on Ukraine, without mentioning Russia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Chidi Igwe

Feb 27, 2022 - 19:52

Chelsea release statement on Ukraine, without mentioning Russia

English Premier League clubside Chelsea, owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, have made a 24-word statement on Russian invasion of Ukraine, but it was without mentioning Russia at all.

“The situation in Ukraine is horrific and devastating,” the London club said on Sunday.

“Chelsea FC’s thoughts are with everyone in Ukraine. Everyone at the club is praying for peace.”

Abramovich had said on Saturday he was giving “the stewardship and care of Chelsea” to trustees of the club’s charitable foundation, even though media reports have suggested he would remain as owner.

Abramovich is one of Russia’s richest people and is considered to be close to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

British media reports however said it was “not known yet” if he would be sanctioned as part of the UK government’s measures against Russia.(dpa/NAN)

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Chidi Igwe I was born in Nigeria and trained in Canada. With a Master of Arts in linguistics from the University of Regina, and PhD from Dalhousie University, I am currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Regina. I have taught French language and linguistics in various institutions, including the French Language Centre, Awka and Dalhousie University, Halifax. I am the author of Taking Back Nigeria from 419, published in 2007, and many scholarly articles in reputable academic journals. I am a passionate servant of the people.