by Dolapo Adelana
On Monday the world was hit with another tragic event as 22 people were reportedly killed during a suspected attack in the United Kingdom.
The attack which occurred at the Manchester Arena after a concert held by US pop singer, Ariana Grande also left at least 50 people injured.
The singer has expressed shock over the incident, saying she was sorry over the attack.
Here’s how the football world reacted:
It's with great sadness we hear of the terrible events at the Arena. Our hearts go out to all affected and to our city's emergency services.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 23, 2017
UEFA is shocked by last night's attack in Manchester. Our thoughts are with the victims and the families of those affected.
— UEFA (@UEFA) May 23, 2017
Just heard the news what's happening in Manchester.. hope everyone safe & sound! ??
— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) May 22, 2017
Truly awful news from the great city of Manchester. Thoughts are with all those affected.
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) May 22, 2017
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. It's a sad day for the great city of Manchester. #Unity
— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) May 22, 2017
And musicians:
https://twitter.com/taylorswift13/status/866824457050099712
https://twitter.com/lorde/status/866822912673628162
Sick over the incident in Manchester. Such tragic and wildly senseless manifestations of pain. I'm so sorry and so sad.
— Sara Bareilles (@SaraBareilles) May 23, 2017
I'm heartbroken over what happened in Manchester tonight.
Sending love to everyone involved. H— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) May 23, 2017
And the Head of the Anglican, Justin Welby
Heroic Manchester, dark evil cannot overcome it. We pray for those in sorrow on the hard journey of loss & pain, & for those who protect us
— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) May 23, 2017
Our condolences.
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