UEFA have turned down requests from Manchester City, Chelsea and Rangers to play God Save the King ahead of their home fixtures on Wednesday night following the Queen's death.

UEFA refused 'on the basis of maintaining a consistent pre-match ceremony with a subdued atmosphere and without any celebratory activities across all UK venues to show respect'.

Rangers intend to defy the ban, playing the anthem following a period of silence.

It remains to be seen whether their counterparts in England do likewise and face the consequences, which include a potential fine. 

Fans may well decide to take matters into their own hands.

UEFA confirmed the Champions League anthem would not be played before kick-off and black armbands would be worn by teams and staff where requested.

City play Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea entertain Salzburg and Rangers face Napoli in a match with no away fans present.

It is understood that Liverpool, who beat Ajax 2-1 on Tuesday night, did not make a request to play the anthem. Football League clubs played it before their matches.