Neymar Jr lead footballers and clubs sides as they paid tribute to Kobe Bryant.

PSG star Neymar paid tribute to NBA legend Kobe Bryant after scoring against Lille on Sunday night.

The Brazilian is a big basketball fan, and was visibly upset following the tragic news of Bryant’s death.

The 41-year-old LA Lakers icon passed away in a helicopter crash in Calabasas alongside his daughter GiGi.

And after netting, Neymar, 27, sombrely walked towards a pitchside camera - holding two fingers up on one hand and four fingers up on the other - signifying Kobe’s iconic Lakers #24 jersey.

He then pointed towards the sky in a heartbreaking tribute to the basketball idol.

After the game, Neymar told reporters: “I looked at the messages at halftime.

“This is a time of immense sadness for the world of sport. Not just basketball fans.

“I knew him. This celebration was for him. I hope he rests in peace.”

Cristiano Ronaldo and kylian Mbappe also paid their tribute via their twitter account. 

 

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