Joseph Yobo was a guest of honour as his former club, Everton, took on Bournemouth in a Barclays Premier League game on Saturday.
The former Nigeria captain was presented to the fans at half time and received a stadium wide ovation from all present.
“It was a humbling and emotional moment for me,” Said Yobo, who spent a decade at the Premier League club, which he joined from French side, Olympic Marseille.
Everton have endured a torrid season, with fans booing the team and calling for manager Roberto Martinez to be fired.
But they still took a time out to give a former servant a welcome worth remembering.
The visit to Everton was part of Yobo’s preparation for his testimonial game in Port Harcourt on May 27.
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