There were also other shows of solidarity across football, as shown by the support shown for the people of Ukraine by the two teams.
The Blues took to the pitch at Wembley a day after Roman Abramovich said he was giving trustees of the club's charitable foundation.
His country invaded Ukraine.
There was a lot of support for Ukraine from both clubs at Wembley, but his statement did not mention the military action by Russia.
When they emerged, Cezar Azpilicueta and Jordan Henderson wore the yellow and blue colors of Ukraine.
The words Football Stands Together were shown on the big screen in front of the Wembley crowd while the applause came from them.
West ham showed their support for Yarmolenko by beating Wolves in the premier league.
Yarmolenko was in the thoughts of the club both in and out of the stadium after the Hammers gave him time off.
West Ham players warmed up in Yarmolenko shirts, while Rice held up his teammate's shirt before the game.
It is important for me and the team, the club and everyone to support Yarmo. He was at the training ground the day it started. Rice said that they were there for him and the people of Ukraine.
The tap on the shirt gave Yarmo good luck. He is going through some tough times because of his family in Ukraine. He sent us a message in the group chat saying good luck to the boys.
Club Bruges fans showed their support for the Ukranian team during a game.
The Ukrainian defender took to the pitch with his country's flag.
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