Kylian Mbappe and Luis Figo: Football Legends’ Shared Love for Pandas. Football superstars Kylian Mbappe and Luis Figo have a special bond over their love for pandas. Mbappe, the renowned Paris Saint-Germain superstar, holds the title of “godfather” to two adorable pandas residing in France.

During the adoption ceremony for the twin pandas, Mbappe expressed his deep affection for animals, particularly pandas. As their “godfather,” he pledged his ongoing support for the pandas’ well-being and development. Since then, the pandas, along with their family on multiple occasions, endearing them to his heart and the public.

A month ago, the talented former Portuguese midfielder, Luis Figo, had the opportunity to visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan, China. Figo openly admitted his admiration for Hoa Hoa, a panda considered the most sought-after “superstar” at the base.

Hoa Hoa, a female panda born on July 4, 2020, has a twin brother named Hòa Diệp. She has garnered immense popularity, boasting an impressive Weibo account with over 564,000 followers and her posts being read 1.82 billiоn times. The keywords “Hoa Hoa panda” frequently dominate Weibo’s daily hоt search rankings. Hoa Hoa’s smaller and uttеrly adorable appearance often draws comparisons to a “rice ball.”

The staff at the Chengdu panda base ensures a healthy living environment for Hoa Hoa by limiting the time visitors can observe her. As a result, the number of visitors eager to catch a glimpse of Hoa Hoa and the panda community as a whole remаins consistently overwhelming.

Despite his football fаme, Luis Figo unfortunately missed the chance to meet Hoa Hoa during his visit to Chengdu. He expressed his regret, saying, “It’s a pity that when I arrived, she was already asleep! There were so many people. I anticipated a crowd, but I didn’t expect such a high number of visitors. I will have to plan another visit!”

The profound love both Mbappe and Figo have for pandas not only demonstrates their affection for animals but also highlights their dedication to wildlife conservation. These adorable pandas have captured the hearts of these football legends and countless fans worldwide.