There have been calls for the Russian oligarch to be sanctioned (Pictures: Getty / PA)Chelsea fans have been criticised for chanting the name of Russian owner Roman Abramovich during a minute’s applause in support of the victims of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Premier League clubs are making a show of solidarity with Ukraine during this weekend’s round of matches, with all 20 captains wearing yellow and blue armbands – the colours of Ukraine. There has also been a moment of ‘reflection and solidarity’ before kick-off in each game, with the big screens at stadiums displaying a ‘Football Stands Together’ message. Prime Minster Boris Johnson initially refused to comment on the prospect of Abramovich being sanctioned, but on Friday he suggested the Chelsea owner could be in the government’s crosshairs but they are waiting to have a watertight case before proceeding. MORE : Boris Johnson finally explains why Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has not been sanctioned yetMORE : Chelsea legend John Terry hits back after Labour MP Chris Bryant tells him to delete ‘appalling’ Roman Abramovich tweetFor more stories like this, check our sport page.

Source: Metro March 06, 2022 04:04 UTC