McDonald Mariga Biography and Wiki
McDonald Mariga is a retired Kenyan footballer who played as a defensive midfielder for the Kenya national team. He made history as the first Kenyan footballer to play in the UEFA Champions League, for Internazionale on 16 March 2010. Mariga joined politics to vie for Kibera’s parliamentary seat after the demise of Ken Okoth in 2019.
McDonald Mariga Age and Birthday
Mariga is 33 years old as of 2020. He was born as McDonald Mariga Wanyama on 4 April 1987, in Nairobi, Kenya. He celebrates his birthday on April 4 every year and his birth sign is Aries.
McDonald Mariga Height and Weight
Mariga stands at an estimated height of 1.88m which is equivalent to 6 ft 2 in. He as well weighs to 86 kg.
McDonald Mariga Early Life and Education
Mariga started his playing career at Ulinzi Stars before moving first to Tusker FC and then to Kenya Pipeline while still at school. He was a member of the Kamukunji High School ‘Golden Boys’, (which also included Kenyan striker Dennis Oliech (Auxerre, France), who won two consecutive National Championships in 2002 and 2003).
He went to Sweden in 2005 to play for the third Division side Enköpings SK. After only one season at ESK, he signed for Helsingborgs IF before the 2006 season. Following initial interest from Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp, Mariga looked set to sign for the Premier League team, but work permit issues held up the deal which was supposed to have cost around €2.7 million.
McDonald Mariga Family
McDonald Mariga Parents
Mariga is the son of Noah Wanyama and Mildred Wanyama. His father was the left-winger for A.F.C Leopards.
McDonald Mariga Siblings
Mariga has four siblings: Victor Wanyama, Thomas Wanyama, Mercy Wanyama, Sylvester Wanyama. Victor is a footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for premier league club Tottenham Hotspur and captains the Kenya Harambe Stars. His sister Mercy is a professional basketball player in the USA and she was also the captain of the Lang’ata High School basketball team.
McDonald Mariga Wife
In 2013, Mariga ended his engagement to his long-time Rwandese fiancée Ariane Umutoni, after relations between the couple reportedly deteriorated. Information concerning his marital status will be updated as soon as it is available.
McDonald Mariga and Joey Muthengi
Joey and Mariga are the brand ambassadors of betting firm Betin and have been highlighted as a couple in one of the organization’s mainstream adverts. The two have featured in multiple scenes and pictures for the betting giant Betin, Hence the rumors about the two being romantically involved, But Joey has refuted the claims stating the two are just involved business-wise.
McDonald Mariga Salary
Mariga was once one of the highest-paid footballers from Kenya. His salary was 700,000 EUR as of 2012.
McDonald Mariga Net Worth
Mariga has an estimated net worth of $3 million -$5 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a footballer. Through his various sources of income, Mariga has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
McDonald Mariga Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Mariga.
McDonald Mariga Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: McDonald Mariga Wanyama
- Popular As: McDonald Mariga
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Footballer
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Race / Ethnicity: To be Updated
- Religion: To be Updated
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
McDonald Mariga Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 33 years
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Date of Birth: 4 April 1987
- Place of Birth: Nairobi, Kenya
- Birthday: April 4
McDonald Mariga Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be Updated
- Height / How Tall?: 1.88m
- Weight: 86 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: To be Updated
McDonald Mariga Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Noah Wanyama
- Mother: Mildred Wanyama
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Victor Wanyama, Thomas Wanyama, Mercy Wanyama, Sylvester Wanyama
- Marital Status: To be Updated
- Wife/Spouse: To be Updated
- Dating / Girlfriend: To be Updated
- Children: To be Updated
McDonald Mariga Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 million-$ 5 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Football Career
McDonald Mariga House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
McDonald Mariga Kibra By-election
Mariga, in September 2019, made a debut in Kenya’s politics after announcing plans to contest for a parliamentary seat in a by-election in one of the constituencies (Kibra). He was nominated by the Jubilee Party as its flag bearer in the Kibra by-election. The By-Election was after the death of former MP Ken Okoth, who died on 26 July 2019, after a long battle with Colon cancer.
The Kenyan electoral commission IEBC, at that time, however, did not clear Mariga to participate in the election. Although Mariga had applied to be registered as a voter on 26 August 2019 in Starehe constituency, the IEBC insisted that his name was not in its register. Mariga appealed the decision, but the matter is yet to be concluded.
McDonald Mariga Parma
On 4 September 2014, Mariga re-signed with Parma, the team he left to join Inter in 2010. He moved to the Serie A club Parma initially on loan in August 2007. The Italian club had an option to buy him in the summer for a fee of 20 million Swedish kronor (around €2million). He agreed to a four-year deal to keep him at Serie A side Parma for four years until the end of June 2012, after the club paid a transfer fee for Swedish Kronor 18 million (approx. 1.94 million euros).
The deal, brokered by former Swede great Martin Dahlin, now an agent, falls short of the 20 Million Kronor asking price initially set by Helsingborgs. 25% of the transfer fee will go to Enkopings SK, the club that first got Mariga to Sweden in 2005. Mariga played 35 times for Parma in Serie B during the 2008–2009 season, scoring three times to help them back to Serie A for the 2009–2010 season.
In January 2010, he was set to sign for the English Premier League club Manchester City, but he failed to obtain a work permit. It was later stated by Kenya’s Prime Minister Raila Odinga that 22-year-old Mariga had eventually obtained a UK work permit, but only after the transfer window for the Premier League had closed. Had Mariga successfully signed for Manchester City, he would have been the first player from the Premier League-mad East African country to sign for a club in the top English league.
Frequently Asked Questions About McDonald Mariga
Who is McDonald Mariga?
McDonald Mariga is a retired Kenyan footballer who played as a defensive midfielder for the Kenya national team. He made history as the first Kenyan footballer to play in the UEFA Champions League, for Internazionale on 16 March 2010.
How old is McDonald Mariga?
Mariga is 33 years old as of 2020. He was born as McDonald Mariga Wanyama on 4 April 1987, in Nairobi, Kenya.
How tall is McDonald Mariga?
Mariga stands at an estimated height of 1.88m which is equivalent to 6 ft 2 in. He as well weighs to 86 kg.
What nationality is McDonald Mariga?
Mariga is an American national.
How many siblings does McDonald Mariga have?
Mariga has four siblings: Victor Wanyama, Thomas Wanyama, Mercy Wanyama, Sylvester Wanyama.
Is McDonald Mariga married?
In 2013, Mariga ended his engagement to his long-time Rwandese fiancée Ariane Umutoni, after relations between the couple reportedly deteriorated. Information concerning his marital status will be updated as soon as it is available.
How much is McDonald Mariga worth?
Mariga has an approximate net worth of $1 million-$5 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.
Is McDonald Mariga dead or alive?
Mariga is still alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where does McDonald Mariga live?
Because of security reasons, Mariga has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
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