Cardiff City and Leeds United fans united in a heartfelt tribute to former player Sol Bamba, who passed away at the age of 39 while managing Turkish side Adanaspor. The tribute included a minute's applause before kick-off, as well as a special display featuring 29 photos tracing Bamba's career from Hibs to his time at Cardiff and Leeds. Fans were encouraged to 'wear blue for Bamba', creating a sea of blue in the stadium. Cardiff's players also honored him by wearing shirts with his image and 'Bamba 14' on the back during warm-ups. Bamba's wife Chloe reflected on his strength during his health battle, emphasizing the love he received from family and friends. Both clubs expressed their deep sadness over Bamba's passing and celebrated his legacy as a beloved figure in football.