Igor Akinfeev’s mother Irina said that they asked her for an autograph
Irina Akinfeeva, the mother of CSKA goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev, spoke about the inconvenience that her son’s popularity caused her. Her words are quoted by Sport Express.
According to her, once fans asked her for an autograph. “I was even somehow uncomfortable, ashamed. They hold some pieces of paper, postcards, and ask you to sign. I say: “What do I have to do with this?” They answer: “Well, you’re Igor’s mother,” said Irina Akinfeeva.
On August 17, Akinfeev spoke about his popularity. “I can appreciate the legendary status of some other person,” the athlete said, adding that he does not like the word “legend.” He noted that he does not like his popularity because he lacks openness to people.
37-year-old Akinfeev is a bronze medalist at the 2008 European Championship as part of the Russian national team. Together with CSKA, he won the Russian Championship six times, the national Cup and Super Cup seven times. In addition, as part of the army team, Akinfeev won the UEFA Cup.
Source: Lenta
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