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PFA Chief Runs London Marathon for Leukaemia Care
17 Apr
Summary
- PFA CEO Maheta Molango runs London Marathon for Leukaemia Care.
- The run honors his father, Moly, who died from leukaemia last year.
- Molango aims to raise £10,000 for the charity supporting families.
Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Maheta Molango is participating in the London Marathon on April 26, dedicating his run to Leukaemia Care. This personal challenge commemorates the first anniversary of his father, Moly's, passing from leukaemia.
Molango's father was diagnosed with blood cancer six years ago, initially overcoming it before a relapse. Molango, who donated stem cells to his father, described the six-hour donation process as life-giving. He found inspiration in his father's dignified battle with the disease.
His father, a psychologist, instilled in Molango the importance of education. Despite his father's preference for a traditional career, Molango pursued law before a football career led him to roles like his current PFA position. The experience of supporting his father has fueled his commitment to Leukaemia Care.
The charity provides crucial support, including travel and accommodation, for families facing leukaemia diagnoses. Molango has already seen incredible generosity, with initial donations reaching £2,000, and has set an ambitious target of £10,000. Leukaemia Care expressed gratitude for his efforts, highlighting the impact of his fundraising and awareness campaign.
