Arsenal and FC Zurich share a minute's silence at half-time

Arsenal and FC Zurich share a minute’s silence at half-time of their Europa League clash to commemorate the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

• Arsenal and FC Zurich players stood for a minute’s silence at half-time
• The two teams paused to commemorate the death of Queen Elizabeth II
• BT Sport presenter Matt Smith provided a touching tribute at half-time
• Full coverage: Click here to see all our coverage of the Queen’s passing

Players from Arsenal and FC Zurich observed a minute’s silence at half-time during Thursday’s Europa League clash following the news of Her Majesty The Queen’s death.

The start of the second-half was delayed, and players from both teams met in the centre circle on the restart to pay respects following the passing.

Prior to the restart, BT Sport presenter Matt Smith provided a heartfelt tribute to the Queen.

Both teams observed a minute’s silence at half-time to commemorate the Queen’s death

He said: ‘We have some terribly sad news to bring you. Everyone at BT Sport is extremely saddened by the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. 

‘A lifetime of public service leaves us with an enormous debt of gratitude. Our sympathies and condolences are with the Royal Family.’

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