Former Footballer Omri Canada Reveals Struggles Working Two Jobs and Sleeping in His Car

Omri Canada, a former professional footballer who retired in 2015 and later became a sports commentator and podcast participant, shared a candid and emotional revelation on Channel 13's "Power Couple" program on August 6, 2026. Despite his public image as a cheerful personality, Canada disclosed that he currently works two jobs to make ends meet. One job involves podcasting, stand-up, and giving lectures, while the other requires him to deliver goods to hotels and cafes during the night from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m.

Canada explained that due to financial pressures, including child support payments and debts to his parents, he sometimes has to sleep in his car after finishing his night shift and before morning podcast commitments. He expressed discomfort about being recognized while working as a delivery person, often wearing a hat to avoid identification. Canada also shared personal struggles, such as not being able to visit his eldest daughter due to lack of money for transportation and relying on his mother to refuel his car.

He apologized to his family and emphasized his determination to keep working multiple jobs if necessary, reflecting on how he feels he has been given a second chance at life. His openness sheds light on the challenges faced by former athletes after retirement and the realities behind their public personas.