Boos and shouts of ‘free Palestine’ heard during minute’s silence at England vs Italy

Published: 22:28, 17 Oct 2023Updated: 22:31, 17 Oct 2023

Fans inside Wembley could be heard booing and shouting ‘free Palestine’ during the minute’s silence of England’s clash against Italy.

UEFA confirmed ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifier between the two Euro 2020 finalists that a minute’s silence would take place.

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A minute’s silence was held at Wembley for those killed in Belgium and IsraelCredit: Getty

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A number of fans could be heard booing ahead of England’s clash against ItalyCredit: Getty

This is due to the recent terror attack in Belgum which saw two Sweden fans killed ahead of their clash, along with the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

In a social media post, Europe’s governing body for football stated: “UEFA can confirm that a moment of silence will be observed at all UEFA EUR0 2024 qualifying matches tonight in memory of all the members of the European football family killed in recent days in Europe and Israel.”

And as England and Italy’s players remembered those that have lost their lives – along with the majority of supporters in attendance – a few decided to loudly boo, while some were also heard shouting ‘free Palestine’.

Manchester City defender Stones simply shook his head in disbelief, with social media sent into meltdown.

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One fan tweeted: “England fans not able to uphold the silence and John Stones shaking his head…”

Another said: “John Stones rightfully cheesed off that we can’t hold a minute’s silence because of some s***heads.”

A third added: “John Stones rolling his eyes and shaking his head at hecklers during the minute’s silence was a thing of a beauty. Top man.”

This user then remarked: “Love John Stones being visibly annoyed at the people shouting during the minute of silence.”

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Social media have slammed those that jeered during the minute’s silenceCredit: Getty

One enraged fan online then messaged: “Who the f*** boos during a minute’s silence for people who’ve been murdered?”

And this fan commented: “If you whistle & shout during a minute’s silence, you’re a total moron. Shameful behaviour!”

While another simply stated: “Why do morons boo a minute’s silence.”

England came from behind to beat Italy 3-1 at Wembley, a result that seals the Three Lions’ place at Euro 2024.

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