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Dad’s cash kick-started Stewart’s ‘surreal’ career

Swansea City striker Ross Stewart has revealed how a £500 payment from his dad helped kick-start his professional career.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:18 PM
Dad’s cash kick-started Stewart’s ‘surreal’ career
Key Things to Know
  • Ross Stewart revealed a £500 payment from his dad helped kick-start his professional football career.
  • The 30-year-old Scotland international described his career journey as surreal.
  • Stewart joined Albion Rovers from Scottish amateur side Kilwinning in 2016.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Swansea City striker Ross Stewart revealed that a £500 payment from his father helped launch his professional football career. The 30-year-old Scotland international reflected on his path, describing his journey from amateur football to the professional ranks as surreal.

Stewart began his journey by joining Albion Rovers from Scottish amateur club Kilwinning in 2016. His subsequent career took him to English clubs including Sunderland and Southampton before his eventual move to Swansea City.

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