LEICESTER’S hat-trick hero Kelechi Iheanacho dedicated his superb performance to all mums on Monther’s Day.
The Nigerian was in ruthless form scoring his first treble for the Foxes in their emphatic 5-0 victory over rock-bottom Sheffield United.
Iheanacho dedicated his hat-trick to mums on Mother’s Day
Iheanacho, 24, appeared visibly emotional during his post-match interview as he grasped the match ball in his arms.
The striker’s mother, Mercy, died in 2013 after a battle with illness.
He said after the contest: “I don’t know how to express this, but I’m over the moon and delighted.
“I thank God almighty for this day because I’ve been waiting for this day to come.
“I’ve been working really hard and I’m really grateful to God.
“I thank my teammates and my manager for helping me grow. I thank everyone in the club for helping me out and I’m happy for this day.
“I’m going to use this opportunity to dedicate this hat-trick to all the mothers in the world. The ones who keep taking care of us. I wish them all a happy Mother’s Day.”
In an interview with Daily Mail in 2015 while playing for Manchester City, he spoke of his family trauma.
Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first Premier League hat-trick against Sheffield United
Iheanacho said: “My father (James) was a trader and my mum was a teacher, but she was laid to rest a few years ago which was really hard for all of us.
“I have two brothers and a sister back in Nigeria as well. Everything I do, I do for my mum and my family – that’s what drives me.”
Iheanacho moved to Leicester from Man City in 2017 and has scored six league goals this season.
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