CONFIRMED: Lawrence Ennali Shocks MLS with Surprise Pledge—Vows to Donate 50% of MLS Cup Bonus to Help Underserved Youth in Baseball
HOUSTON, TX — In a league that thrives on drama, flair, and last-minute goals, Lawrence Ennali delivered something no one saw coming—a promise that reached far beyond soccer.
Following a thrilling 3–1 victory that kept the Houston Dynamo in contention for the 2025 MLS Cup, the 25-year-old German winger took the post-match podium—and the media by storm. In a surprise announcement, Ennali confirmed that if Houston goes on to win the Cup, he will donate 50% of his postseason bonus to support underprivileged kids in America who love baseball but can’t afford to play.
> “I know I play soccer, but when I came to the U.S., I fell in love with how this country treats its sports—especially baseball,” Ennali said. “I’ve seen too many kids watching from the outside because their families can’t afford the gear, the leagues, or the travel. If we win, I want part of that victory to belong to them.”
The bold and heartfelt announcement caught both the MLS media and fans off guard. Reporters scrambled for follow-up questions, while Dynamo supporters erupted online, praising the German-born star’s generosity and character.
Ennali, who joined the Dynamo in early 2025 after a strong season with Hannover 96 in Germany, has quickly become one of the club’s most dynamic attackers. But beyond his pace and footwork, it’s his humility and commitment to community that has made him a fan favorite in Houston.
> “This is what leadership looks like,” said head coach Ben Olsen. “Lawrence isn’t just here to win games—he wants to make a difference, and that’s why this locker room rallies around him.”
Though details are still emerging, sources close to Ennali say the funds would be funneled into a new initiative called “Swing Forward”, aimed at subsidizing equipment, league fees, and training programs for low-income youth in cities across the U.S., starting in Houston.
MLS Commissioner Don Garber also responded, calling the pledge “a beautiful example of how this league’s athletes are more than just players—they’re changemakers.”
Fans have already embraced the move, with hashtags like #EnnaliImpact, #SwingForward, and #MoreThanSoccer trending across platforms within hours.
> “Baseball gave me joy,” Ennali said, smiling. “Now I want to help kids feel that same joy—whether it’s from a bat, a ball, or just being told they belong.”
As Houston charges toward the playoffs with ambition, Lawrence Ennali’s unexpected promise may prove that some of the biggest wins don’t happen on the field—they happen in the hearts you touch along the way.