OL: Endrick's classy gesture towards Moussa Niakhaté

At OL, Endrick is thriving after a few hellish months at Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso. Before his hat-trick against FC Metz, Endrick even showed a great gesture towards African champion Moussa Niakhaté.

Endrick has become the youngest OL player to score a hat-trick in 54 years. The Brazilian has made a huge impact in Ligue 1, netting his fourth goal in just three matches for Lyon. An explosive start that highlights all the talent of the Brazilian, currently on loan from Real Madrid.

This hat-trick might never have happened without Moussa Niakhaté's presence. According to L'Equipe, the Brazilian insisted for a long time that Niakhaté take the penalty for OL's fifth goal. Even though he had the chance to complete his hat-trick in only his second Ligue 1 match, Endrick wanted to give the opportunity to his teammate. Ultimately, Niakhaté let him take the spot kick. As a result, the Real Madrid loanee claimed the match ball, which he made sure to have signed by all his teammates.

Joshua SOSSOU

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