Manchester City youngster Kelechi Iheanacho has dedicated his increasing success to the memory of his late mother.

The Nigerian teenager made his full debut for City in their 5-1 Capital One cup victory over Crystal Palace and scored his first goal at the Etihad.

The 19-year-old rose to prominence at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2013.

Iheanacho's mother died in February after a short illness and the rising star was quick to dedicate his success to her.

Iheanacho said: "My father (James) was a trader and my mum was a teacher, but she was laid to rest a few years ago which was really hard for all of us.

"I have two brothers and a sister back in Nigeria as well. Everything I do, I do for my mum and my family – that's what drives me.

"My dad is back home and I'm living on my own in Manchester at the moment. But I think a lot of kids back home have been encouraged by what's happened to me and by where I am today. They can't believe what I've achieved at 19 and it gives them belief that they can make it too."