Thai Grandmas Get Signed Jerseys From Manchester City
Two Thai women in their 70s received personalized gifts from Manchester City players after their passionate fandom went viral on TikTok. The heartwarming story shows how social media connects fans across the world with their heroes.
When Manchester City players discovered two Thai grandmothers cheering them on from halfway around the world, they knew they had to do something special.
Orn, 73, and Morn, 70, became internet sensations after TikTok videos showed them watching every Manchester City match together. Their enthusiasm earned them the nickname "songmababall," which translates to "two grandmas crazy about football."
The club responded by sending them signed jerseys from three players: Abdukodir Khusanov, John Stones, and Tijjani Reijnders. The personalized gifts arrived directly at their home in Thailand, complete with the jersey numbers they love most.
The two best friends don't just casually follow the English Premier League club. They know every player, past and present, and watch every single game together.
"Number 9 (Erling) Haaland gets my thumbs up," Orn said of the Norwegian striker. Her friend Morn called him "my favorite son."
The players recorded video messages thanking the duo for their dedication. "Orn and Morn, nice to see you guys living with us in the games. We feel your support," Reijnders said in a video posted to the team's YouTube channel.
Stones added that he felt touched by their commitment. "I am every grateful and thankful for this support," he said.
Sunny's Take
What makes this story shine is how genuine passion can bridge any distance. These two women never expected recognition for simply loving their team, yet their joy became contagious enough to reach professional athletes thousands of miles away.
The grandmothers had the final word in the exchange. "Thank you Man City for giving us happiness and excitement," Morn said, while Orn thanked coach Pep Guardiola "for giving us a beautiful football."
Their identities remain private, shared only through their online nickname, but their impact is public and powerful.
In a world where social media often highlights division, this story reminds us it can also build unexpected bridges between people who share common loves.
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Based on reporting by Bangkok Post
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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