🌍 The Russian invasion of Ukraine has shook the sporting world - Updates & Discussion

Former Tottenham and Ukraine star Sergei Rebrov confirms his plans to join the war against

Sergei Rebrov plans to return to Ukraine to ‘fight for freedom’ after Vladimir Putin launched a devastating invasion on his homeland.

Rebrov, who is now based in Dubai working as the head coach of Al Ain FC, has said he will return to Ukraine to fight for his country’s ‘survival’ after they win the UAE Pro League title.

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Dortmund and Mainz held up “You’ll Never Walk Alone” signs in support of Ukraine ahead of their match today

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Real Madrid have donated over $1M to Ukrainian refugees.

They are also sending 13,000 items of clothing and sports equipment to organizations helping refugees arriving in Madrid.

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David Beckham hands over his Instagram account with 71.5 million followers to Ukrainian maternity doctor

Beckham’s Instagram account will highlight the difficulties faced by medical professionals in Ukraine, who have been working during the Russian invasion.

Beckham is trying to raise awareness and money for expectant mothers in war-torn Ukraine amid Russia’s invasion of the country which has caused mass destruction.

:heart: :ukraine: :peace_symbol:

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Hector Bellerin has questioned why Russia’s invasion of Ukraine gained more attention than other conflicts around the world.

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Hector has a valid question. Indeed the world turned a blind eye and showed less empathy towards previous conflicts in the world such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and many more.

Having said that, it is never too late to open our eyes and protest against all atrocities without any racial discrimination or bias to any geographic region or vested political interests.

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Borussia Dortmund and Dynamo Kyiv’s charity match raised $426,000 for victims of war in Ukraine :yellow_heart:

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Borussia Mönchengladbach hosted the Ukraine national team today in a friendly that was their first match since the Russian invasion.

Gladbach has already helped raise over $185,000 for Ukrainians affected by the war :clap:

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