Parker’s Ex-Teammate Pays Tribute After Horror Injury

Following Bernard Parker's horrific injury last week, his former teammate has paid tribute to him by doing "Die Hond's" iconic celebration.

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Former TS Galaxy striker Djakaridja Junior Traore dedicated his first goal for his new club in Turkey to his former teammate Bernard Parker, who suffered a horrific leg break in the Carling Knockout Cup last week.

The South African football fraternity has rallied in support of Parker, with Traore doing his trademark celebration in tribute to the veteran striker.

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A special tribute to Parker

Ivorian striker Traore scored his first goal for Istanbulspor in the Turkish Süper Lig and dedicated it to Parker.

TS Galaxy's upset over Mamelodi Sundowns last Wednesday was marred by experienced forward Bernard Parker suffering an earth-shattering leg break from a Bongani Zungu challenge.

The Rockets went on to defeat an under-strength Downs side 5-4 on penalties, following a dramatic 2-2 draw over 90 minutes. As mentioned above, Parker has received plenty of support and encouraging messages since the injury.

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Traore's tribute to Die Hond was a simple one, re-creating Parker's trademark goal celebration after opening his account for Istanbulspor. 

Although the 25-year-old only spent a season in Mzansi with TS Galaxy, his homage to Parker shows just how much the 37-year-old means to him after short period playing together.

Parker underwent his surgery around four days ago and took to Instagram to thank his supporters, clubs and peers for their messages of support.

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