Austin Odhiambo’s Mum Says Son Sent Her Money Immediately after Ruto’s Cash Hit Account
- Austin Odhiambo made Kenyans proud and has been crowned as the Harambee Stars' hero at the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN)
- President William Ruto had made a promise to the players to give them KSh 1 million each for every match won
- Parents of the football star have showered their son with praise, with his dad revealing that he loved playing with a threaded ball
Footballer Austin Odhiambo has stolen the hearts of Kenyans in the recent Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament.
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According to his family, at just four years old, Austin began his journey in football, a path that has now earned him national pride and recognition.
How did Austin Odhiambo honour his parents?
He was crowned Kenya's hero for his stellar performance.
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President William Ruto had promised to give each player KSh 1 million for every match they won, and Odhiambo and his teammates received the promised amount.
During an interview with Citizen TV, his parents couldn't hide how proud they were watching him play.
Austin's mum, Evaline Otieno, made a revelation. Immediately after his son's account was credited with the money, he shared it with them.
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He sent money to his father and mother's account first, an act that left his mum beaming with pride, their son had remembered them.
"The moment the money hit his account, he immediately sent it to us. We were the first to receive it. He asked, ‘Mum and Dad, are you at home? I’ve sent you something on your phone.’ He sent mine to my phone and his father’s to his father’s phone," she said.
His father remembered how much Austin loved football as a child, even when resources were scarce.
He said:
"Alipenda mpira ile unafungwa na kamba sikujua utamu wa boli lakini yeye"
Austin's story is one of talent, hard work, and humble beginnings. He went from playing with a makeshift ball to representing Kenya on the continental stage.
His story is a reminder that passion can make dreams come true.
Kenyans laud Austin Odhiambo
Here is what they had to say:
Phoebe C Fibi:
"Am taking notes myself i want to surprise My parents too in the next life."
Kondik Wicliffe:
"And that's how we receive blessings from our parents ,,when partners are busy complaining daytime ,evening and at night."
Albert Lukoye:
"Even me when I got my first salary,my parents knew that I'm paid, until I got married then things changed."
Abwao Jerry:
"It's a decent sum for an ordinary but disciplined kid of his age. That's the way life should sway if your relationship with the offspring is healthy."
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Netizens were amazed by her zeal to keep building her life.
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