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AC Milan's Kessie pays tribute to fallen Atalanta youngster Ta Bi after opening goal vs Red Star Belgrade

AC Milan captain Franck Kessie paid tribute to fallen Ivory Coast and Atalanta youngster Willy Braciano Ta Bi who died at the age of 21 this week.

The 24-year-old fired Stefano Pioli's men ahead in the ninth minute of their Uefa Europa League outing against Red Star Belgrade, with his strike from the penalty spot.

The effort was Kessie's eighth goal in all competitions this season which he marked uniquely in memory of his fallen compatriot.

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He moved towards the sidelines to raise a white shirt which has "Adieu Champion Ta Bi Willy" written on it.