Billy Syahputra's Story of Not Being Able to Buy a Football Shoes for 25 Thousand Rupiah When He Was Still Struggling

Kapanlagi.com - Football is something that Billy Syahputra is very passionate about. Once a week, the younger brother of the late Olga Syahputra routinely practices with Selebritis FC.

When he was still young, former Amanda Manopo's boyfriend already loved football. He even had a desire to join the national team when he grew up.

However, because his childhood life can be said to be difficult, his aspirations were just a dream even though he continued to hone his ability to dribble the ball.

"If I may tell you, I used to be poor. I played between villages. I never really practiced. So I just played between villages," said Billy Syahputra when met in the Mampang area, South Jakarta, not long ago.

"There was a coach, a father figure, and his assistant. They saw potential in me, so they asked me to buy football shoes. The price was 15-25 thousand rupiah. My family couldn't afford it, my father worked odd jobs," added Billy Syahputra.

1. Pressed by Economic Conditions

Billy Syahputra's story about his childhood - Credit: instagram.com/bilsky16

At that time, 25 thousand rupiah was an amount that couldn't just be spent on buying football shoes.

"Well, 25 thousand rupiah was very expensive for my family, back then instant noodles cost 150 rupiah. So I failed to continue playing football," he said.

2. Once Wanted to Become a Professional Football Player

Billy Syahputra's Story About His Childhood - Credit: instagram.com/bilsky16

Now, Billy Syahputra has buried his childhood dream of becoming a national player. But, he still channels his hobby and can contribute to his celebrity football team.

"I can play, but I'm not that good. But I'm considered good. I wanted to be a professional football player when I was in junior high. In high school, I wanted to be a police officer or soldier. Now, I can only play for fun," he said.

3. Defending the Indonesian National Team

Billy Syahputra's Story About His Childhood - Credit: instagram.com/bilsky16

Defending the national football team is a pride for many football players around the world. That was also Billy Syahputra's childhood dream.

"I wanted to be part of the national team, because it's a pride. Watched by millions of people, the adrenaline rush, especially defending the country. It's amazing," he concluded.

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