Michael Olunga sets football aside to sing praises of his long-time girlfriend

Michael Olunga sets football aside to sing praises of his long-time girlfriend

Festus Chuma 09:00 - 16.06.2024

The Al Duhail striker has praised his girlfriend's support throughout his career highlighting her role during personal and professional challenges.

Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga channeled his inner loverboy as he spoke affectionately about his girlfriend.

The 30-year-old striker failed to reveal her name during the interview but occasionally the Kenyan media has revealed her name as Grace Edith Akinyi.

Olunga, who holds the Head of State Commendation (HSC) for his goal-scoring antics, revealed how helpful his partner is.

"What people don’t know, they can’t really destroy. I thank her for always being there and supporting me throughout my journey and career.

Most of the time, people see you when you are achieving good moments, but there are also low moments in the game, and that is what I really appreciate," he said in an interview with NTV.

Olunga first introduced Grace to his fans in 2019 through his Instagram.

Since then, she has remained a significant figure in his life, although she prefers to stay out of the limelight.

In 2023, the couple made headlines when they sued a city real estate firm over a Ksh67 million land dispute.

Olunga alleged that after making the payment, the company refused to transfer the land, leading him to suspect fraud.

He claimed the company advertised and sold the property to a third party despite their prior agreement in April 2022.

Frustrated by the broken promises, Olunga sought legal assistance to resolve the issue.

This dispute highlighted not only the challenges they faced together but also showcased Grace’s role as a pillar of strength.

Close friends and associates frequently describe her as a key figure in supporting Olunga through various professional highs and personal lows.

Her ability to maintain a low profile despite being linked to a high-profile footballer has only added to the intrigue and respect she commands.

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