Man Utd Star Plays for New Club, Celebrates Moment with Premier League Legend

MANCHESTER UNITED player Leny Yoro took the kick-off as Lille faced Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday evening.

The 19-year-old defender had played the day before at Old Trafford for the Red Devils.

Leny Yoro returned to Lille for his former team's match against PSG Yoro, 19, shakes hands with Lille veteran Olivier Giroud

The next day, he crossed the channel to support his former club.

Yoro, a standout defender, spent seven years with Lille, progressing through their academy and making 60 first-team appearances.

In the summer of 2024, United secured the teenager's services amid interest from various clubs.

For their home match against PSG, Yoro finally had the chance to bid farewell to his former fans.

In the French top flight, it is customary for a ceremonial kick-off to occur before a match.

This gesture, similar to a first pitch in baseball, often includes local celebrities and notable superfans.

Dressed in a Lille shirt with "Yoro 15" on the back, along with a club scarf and jeans, the center-back made his way onto the pitch.

He then exchanged handshakes with veteran Lille striker Olivier Giroud, who is still playing at Stade Pierre Mauroy at the age of 39.

Yoro, 19, played for Manchester United on Saturday

After performing the ceremonial kick-off, Yoro waved to the enthusiastic crowd, receiving their cheers.

Once Giroud initiated the actual kick-off, Manchester United’s rising star Yoro enjoyed an exciting match filled with action.

With PSG missing several key players, including notable stars like Marco Verratti and Desire Doue, the home team intensified their attack.

However, it was the reigning European champions who took the lead in the 66th minute through a well-placed goal.

Lille continued to press and eventually equalized with a goal from substitute Ethan Mbappe.

The former PSG youth player left Parc des Princes alongside his superstar brother Kylian in the summer of 2024.

Mbappe celebrated his goal with Kylian’s signature arms-folded gesture, while his proud brother watched from the VIP seats.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw, allowing PSG to maintain a one-point lead over Marseille at the top of the Ligue 1 table after seven games.

Lille, on the other hand, is in a respectable seventh position, despite losing players like Edon Zhegrova, Angel Gomes, and Bafode Diakite over the summer.

Ethan Mbappe celebrates scoring Lille’s equalizer Kylian Mbappe celebrates joyfully after his brother’s goal against his former team ### Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Leny Yoro's Kick-Off 3. Yoro's Journey with Lille 4. Ceremonial Kick-Off 5. Match Highlights 6. Conclusion ### FAQ