Son Shares Heartbreaking Story of Mother Burning His Visa and Others, Derailing His Football Career

A Nigerian man, @naetochukwu01, recently opened up on social media about a pivotal moment that shattered his dreams of becoming a professional footballer in Australia. His story unfolds against the backdrop of another revelation from the father of Ches in the Slum’s founder, who almost prevented his son from launching the foundation.

@naetochukwu01 recounts being scouted at the age of 15 to play for a team in Melbourne, Australia. With just two weeks remaining before his departure, a confrontation with his mother changed everything.

During a heated argument one Sunday, he made the mistake of hissing in response to his mother’s scolding, which triggered her fury. In a fit of rage, she accused him of disrespect and threatened to “tame” him before he became “untamable.”

In a shocking turn of events, she stormed into his room and confiscated his travel documents, along with cherished football gear he had acquired in Nigeria. Then, with kerosene and matches in hand, she proceeded to burn everything in the backyard.

Reflecting on the devastation, @naetochukwu01 laments the irreversible impact of his mother’s impulsive actions. Despite managing to salvage his international passport, he wonders how different his life might have been if not for her outburst.

His poignant account serves as a stark reminder of the power of anger and its ability to alter life’s trajectories in an instant.