Ozil Football Superstar Donated His World Cup Prize Winnings To The Children Of Brazil

Mesut Ozil 25-year-old German football star has donated his World Cup 2014 prize money totaling about $400,000 for winning the tournament to various charity projects in Brazil. The hefty sum is reportedly going to fund surgeries for 23 Brazilian children.

He announced on his official Facebook Page,

“Dear fans, prior to the  Football WorldCup I supported the surgery of eleven sick children. Since the victory of the World Cup is not only due to eleven players but to our whole team, I will now raise the number to 23. This is my personal thank-you for the hospitality of the people of Brazil.”