Emotional Iheanacho dedicates Leicester hat-trick to mums on Mother’s Day after tragically losing his own as a teenager
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, 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.
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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