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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

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

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