Watch: Mo Salah shares heartwarming reunion with young fan before Trabzonspor clash
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- Liverpool fan Isaac Kearney, who has Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, met his idol Mohamed Salah before a Trabzonspor match.
- The meeting was arranged by Trabzonspor and Turkish Airlines, allowing Isaac and his family to travel to Turkey.
- Isaac also walked onto the pitch with Salah, experiencing a memorable moment with the footballer.
Eight-year-old Liverpool fan Isaac Kearney experienced a dream come true when he met his football idol, Mohamed Salah, in Turkey.
Isaac, who lives with the rare genetic condition Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, traveled to Trabzon with his family for the special encounter. The trip was facilitated by Salah's new club, Trabzonspor, and Turkish Airlines, as documented in a vlog shared on Isaac's Instagram account.
The highlight of the visit was when Isaac met Salah during a training session. Footage released by Trabzonspor shows a visibly delighted Salah embracing the young fan. Isaac also had the opportunity to meet other members of the Trabzonspor squad, including Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana.
The heartwarming experience extended to the match day, where Isaac accompanied Salah onto the pitch at Papara Park, Trabzonspor's home stadium. Isaac described the moment as being alongside his "friend, the Egyptian King" in front of thousands of fans. This visit provided Isaac with an unforgettable memory, allowing him to connect with the player he admires deeply.
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