The football world was left in shock, as terrorist attacks hit the French capital, killing at least 128 people and leaving 99 in critical condition, according to the latest reports.
Hostage taking, two drive-by shootings, and a suicide explosion outside Stade de France during Les Blues’ friendly with Germany devastated the nation, taking the lives of many.
A state of emergency was called, the borders were closed, and talks of canceling the Euro 2016 hosts’ trip to Wembley to face England soon surfaced in the wake of the attack.
Fear spread, as explosions occurred at Stade de France
Fans showed signs of solidarity, singing the national anthem as they exited Stade de France, as echoes from the blast, which left three dead, rang across the stadium.
SHOCKING: Paris Attacks explosion heard during France Vs Germany.
Posted by LiveSoccerTV.com on Friday, November 13, 2015
The England vs France game is expected to be cancelled after Friday's attacks
While the death toll of the #ParisAttacks rises, Tuesday's England vs France friendly is expected to be cancelled: http://bit.ly/ENGxFRA
Posted by LiveSoccerTV.com on Friday, November 13, 2015
French fans unite to sing the national anthem as they exit Stade de France
#ParisAttacks UNITY: French football fans singing France's national anthem while being evacuated from the Stade de France after the deadly explosions.
Posted by LiveSoccerTV.com on Friday, November 13, 2015
However, in a sign of support, some of the biggest names in football, past and present, took to Twitter to convey their message of support for the European nation amid these difficult times, as the hashtag #PrayForParis trended instantaneously.
Tributes poured in from across the globe, and were led by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Thierry Henry. Check out the best messages below.
Barca were quick to voice support for Paris
Posted by FC Barcelona on Friday, November 13, 2015
#PrayforParis
Hoy todos nuestros pensamientos están con las víctimas de ayer y sus familiares. Queremos reafirmar, hoy más nunca, que...
Posted by Leo Messi on Saturday, November 14, 2015
"All my love to the families of the French people" - Iniesta
Todo mi cariño para las familias y el pueblo francés. Te quedas sin palabras...pic.twitter.com/QYZR2FuFXo
— Andrés Iniesta (@andresiniesta8) November 14, 2015
Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo also spoke up after the terrorist attack
I can't be indifferent to the horror of the Paris attacks. My thoughts go to the victims & families.#prayers4paris pic.twitter.com/6RxwdVTpOi
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) November 14, 2015
I'm appalled by the shocking scenes in Paris at the moment. My thoughts are with all the victims and innocent people suffering right now.
— Thierry Henry (@ThierryHenry) November 13, 2015
Benzema: "Thoughts to the victims and their families."
Une pensée pour les victimes et leurs familles #PrayForParis #triste pic.twitter.com/uueYs4uKLK
— Karim Benzema (@Benzema) November 14, 2015
The thoughts of everyone at Arsenal Football Club are with those in Paris tonight
— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) November 13, 2015
It's just beyond belief! I can't deal with this! Thoughts to the families of the dead.
— Ian Wright (@IanWright0) November 13, 2015
