'We really appreciate support'published at 15:54 British Summer Time 26 March 2023
England v Ukraine (17:00 BST)
Ukraine defender Oleksandr Zinchenko will come up against Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka, as well as his former colleagues from Manchester City.
He said he will always be grateful for the support shown by them and the whole of the UK during a "nightmare" year for his country.
"I love them all so much, but unfortunately on the pitch there are no friends, so let's see what is going to happen," said Zinchenko.
"I got a lot of support from all of [my team-mates], for which I am so grateful.
"I would like to also say a massive thanks to all of the UK for all of the help and support for all of us Ukrainians, for the country, our people, all of the refugees who are living here.
"It is so important for us. Without your support, it would be so difficult and tough. We really appreciate it."