Content creator and media personality Oga Obinna has publicly shown his support for Arsenal ahead of their much awaited Premier League match against Manchester United, which is set to take place on Sunday, January 25. The highly anticipated clash will be played at the Emirates Stadium in London, with kick off scheduled for 7:30 pm East Africa Time. The match has attracted huge attention because it brings together two of the biggest clubs in English football.
Here at Kenya Digest we understand that the Arsenal versus Manchester United fixture is one of the most historic rivalries in the Premier League.
Over the years, games between the two sides have often delivered drama, strong emotions, and memorable moments. As the match draws closer, excitement has continued to grow among football fans across the world, including many supporters in Kenya. With tension building, a number of fans have turned to betting, placing their money on the teams they believe will win.
A screen grab photo showing huge cash Obinna has placed for Arsenal to be Manchester United. Photo Courtesy: Instagram
Local celebrities have also joined in the buzz surrounding the game, and Oga Obinna has stood out for his bold show of confidence in Arsenal. On the evening of Saturday, January 24, the media personality shared a video on his Instagram page that quickly caught the attention of his followers. In the video, Obinna is seen placing a large bet on a local betting platform, clearly backing Arsenal to defeat their long time rivals.
In the clip, Obinna confidently stakes his money on Mikel Arteta’s side, showing no hesitation as he makes his choice. He later revealed to his followers that he had placed Sh1 million on the match. According to him, the bet could earn him a payout of Sh1.6 million if Arsenal manage to secure a win. The amount involved surprised many, considering how risky football betting can be.
Alongside the video, Obinna captioned his post with the words, “Nayo nayo. Arsenal tafadhaliiii!!!!” The caption showed his strong belief in the North London club and his hope that they would not disappoint him. The post quickly attracted reactions from fans, with many heading straight to the comment section to share their thoughts.
Content creator and YouTuber Oga Obinna. Photo Courtesy: Ghafla.
Several followers expressed shock at the amount of money Obinna was willing to risk on a single match. Some openly questioned how financially comfortable he must be to place such a bet without fear.
One fan wrote, “Sh1 million si pesa kidogo, Obinna ako na pesa aki,” clearly amazed by the figure involved. Another follower added, “Hii ni confidence ama ni heartbreak loading?” suggesting that the bet could either end in joy or deep disappointment.
Despite the doubts, many Arsenal supporters rallied behind Obinna and praised his courage. Some said they were praying for Arsenal to win so that he could walk away happy. One supporter commented, “As a fellow Gunner, this is the spirit. Tunashinda leo.” Another added, “Obinna ameweka faith yake yote kwa Arsenal. Mungu akusaidie bro,” wishing him luck.
On the other hand, Manchester United fans who follow Obinna were not as hopeful. Some jokingly suggested that his money was already lost, reflecting the intense rivalry between the two clubs.
