VIDEO: Brazilian Soccer Star Neymar Pays Touching Tribute to Kobe Bryant Mid-Game
By Jackson Thompson
The news of Kobe Bryant's death spread across the globe rapidly Sunday morning. The former Lakers star, who lost his life in a Los Angeles helicopter crash, was honored by Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar today during a clash against Lille.
Neymar paying his respects to a legend. Kobe moved everyone. Not just basketball players. pic.twitter.com/lhusMGdx9x
— Collin Justin (@CollinJustin1) January 26, 2020
After scoring a penalty goal, Neymar walked towards the crowd and proceed to display the No. 24 with his hands, in a touching tribute in honor of Bryant.
Athletes across the globe, even those in the middle of games, have made it a priority to pay public tribute to the late Bryant in the wake of his shocking and untimely death. Neymar is just another prominent example of a world-wide tribute to one of this generations' most transcendent athletes.
Everyone at Manchester City is shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Kobe Bryant.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 26, 2020
He was a true sporting icon and transcended the sport of basketball.
Our thoughts are with Kobe Bryant's friends, family and the entire Lakers organisation during this tragic time ? pic.twitter.com/Bg9cQN83ZG
Bryant was a publicly passionate fan of international Soccer. The former Laker claimed AC Milan as his favorite team, and even participated in commercials alongside the likes of Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi.