Jack Grealish expressed his admiration for the 'Hardest Geezer' after the internet star's incredible running feat.
Russ Cook recently finished his run across the length of Africa over 352 gruelling days and has helped raise over £1million for charity.
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He even completed the London Marathon just two weeks later and has now been revelling in what is no doubt an outstanding feat.
On Thursday night, Brighton fan Cook was in attendance for their home clash against Manchester City and stood pitch-side before kick-off.
During the warm-ups, City star Grealish was on hand to say hello and did so by giving him a warm hug.
"What a legend! I've been watching your stuff," he said before shaking his hand and ending their wholesome meet with: "Congratulations."
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Speaking to Sky Sports, he revealed his excitement at being back at the American Express Stadium for the crucial clash.
"I'm buzzing to be back! I haven't been here for a while, obviously been a bit busy. My dad and granddad are up there somewhere so I'm going to go find them in a minute.
"We used to all come down together, some of my best memories as a kid coming down, so great to be back."
The 'Hardest Geezer' also predicted for Brighton to beat City 3-2, but this didn't come true on the night.
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City went on to smash the Seagulls 4-0 thanks to goals from Kevin De Bruyne, and Julian Alvarez, as well as a double by Phil Foden.
It's a result that takes them second in the table above Liverpool and just two points behind leaders Arsenal in the run-in.
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Pep Guardiola's side also have a game in hand against the Gunners and victory in that will take them back to top spot.
City are the favourites to go all the way and claim a record fourth consecutive league title and have five games to finish the job.