Ange Postecoglou addresses the Celtic and his own potential marks of respect to Queen’s passing

Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou has addressed the issue of potential marks of respect after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Scottish champions are set to observe a minute’s silence as a mark of respect as well as wearing black armbands in Wednesday evening’s Champions League showdown with Shakhtar Donetsk. Record Sport revealed UEFA have instructed clubs there should be no Champions League theme tune played, nor other associated branding such as the tournament’s logo in the centre circle.

A statement from European football's governing body outlined the plans for British clubs who are taking part in European away games. It read: "The following will take place for matches involving UK teams as the away team during the pre-match ceremony Moment of silence/black armbands." As yet, it has been unconfirmed by the host venue whether or not there will be a minute’s silence before tonight’s tie in Warsaw in line with UEFA guidelines.

The Celtic boss was quizzed on the plans during his press conference ahead of the clash with the Ukranian outfit. Postecoglou said: “I will abide by whatever regulations there are. I’m not the keeper of people’s obligations.

“We live in a society where people can express their own values in any way they want. I will be doing it my way and my club will do it our way, and everyone else can do what they like.”

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