Watch: Ukraine Star Roman Yaremchuk Reduced To Tears After Standing Ovation From Benfica Fans

Ukraine's Roman Yaremchuk was moved to tears after he was given a standing ovation from Benfica supporters on Sunday, during their Primeira Liga clash against Vitoria SC. Initially, the Ukrainian striker wasn't in the playing XI but came on as a substitute in the 62nd-minute and was also given the captain's armband. The Benfica fans applauded him in support of his home country, which has been invaded by Russia. Benfica went on to win the match by a 3-0 scoreline at the Estadio da Luz, with Darwin Nunez scoring a brace. Meanwhile, Goncalo Ramos also scored a goal during the win.

This moment... Speachless! pic.twitter.com/EpgNydnZer

While entering the football pitch, Yaremchuk was handed the captain's armband by defender Jan Vertonghen in a show of solidarity.

Visibly emotional, Yaremchuk also applauded the entire stadium.

Here are the reactions to the standing ovation received by Yaremchuk:

Ukrainian forward Roman Yaremchuk comes on for Darwin Nez and is handed the captain's armband.The entire Benfica supporters group gives him a standing ovation, moving Yaremchuk to tears.Very emotional moment at the Luz. pic.twitter.com/BY8cLPS1Aa

"YAREMCHUK WE STAND WITH YOU" pic.twitter.com/eRXg5PoVFl

The incredible reception that Yaremchuk received from Benfica supporters after coming on the pitch literally moved him to tears. pic.twitter.com/XnBvNxgbTD

What an incredibly moving moment just now at the Estdio da Luz, as the crowd gives Roman Yaremchuk a standing ovation.Jan Vertonghen handed over the captain's armband and the Ukrainian international was brought to tears. #WeStandWithUkraine #Benfica pic.twitter.com/pJ430M6JOY

Ukraine have received support from many footballing countries in Europe with England announcing a boycott of