Meet Brian Onyango, the Kenyan defender who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns

Meet Brian Onyango, the Kenyan defender who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns

Claudia Kogi
November 21, 2023 at 11:11 AM
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Although Kenya is known to produce runners of all sorts of categories and various tourist attractions, it is also important to point out that it has also produced some of the best soccer players in Africa, and Brian Onyango is no exception. Read on and find more information about the famous Kenyan soccer player, including his career and personal life.

Brian Onyango's salary
The renowned Mamelodi Sundowns defender, Brian Onyango. Photo: @brianmandela16 (Modified by author)
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Mamelodi Sundowns defender Brian Mandela Onyango is one soccer player who has been an inspiration to the up-and-coming soccer players in Kenya. As a result, he has begun to win the hearts of many, amassing significant fan bases from Kenya and South Africa.

Brian Onyango's profile and bio summary

Full name

Brian Mandela Onyango

Nickname

Keza

Date of birth

24 July 1994

Age

29 years of age as of November 2023

Place of birth

Nairobi, Kenya

Nationality

Kenyan

Ethnicity

Luo

Zodiac sign

Leo

Teams played for

Posta Rangers, Tusker, Santos, Maritzburg United, and Mamelodi Sundowns

Profession

Professional soccer player

Salary

$20,603

Net worth

$300,000

Brian Onyango's family

The renowned soccer player, famously dubbed Keza, was born in Nairobi, Kenya. However, he is overly discreet regarding details about his family members and upbringing. As a little boy, he began to display a keen interest in playing in small teams and by the roads.

What is Brian Onyango's nationality?

The famous athlete is a Kenyan national of the Luo ethnic background.

What is Brian Onyango's age?

The Mamelodi Sundowns defender (age 29 years as of November 2023) was born on 24 July 1994. His zodiac sign is Leo. He stands at 5 feet and 11.5 inches or 181 centimetres.

Brian Onyango's career stats

Brian Onyango's net worth and salary
Mohamed Sherif (L) is pushed away by Mandela Onyango (R) during the CAF Group A match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Al-Ahli at the FNB Stadium on 12 March 2022 in Johannesburg. Photo: Phill Magakoe
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The Kenyan national debuted professionally in soccer in 2010 when Kenyan Premier League side Posta Rangers signed him. Afterward, he joined Tusker until December 2011, when he moved to South Africa after landing a deal with club Santos in 2012.

After a stint in Santos, Onyango moved to Maritzburg United in 2015, where he played for four seasons. Brian Onyango's ultimate contract came in a three-year package with Mamelodi Sundowns in December 2020. In a nutshell, he has played for:

  • (2010) Posta Rangers in Kenya
  • (2010 – 2011) Tusker in Kenya
  • (2012 – 2015) Santos South in Africa
  • (2015 – 2019) Maritzburg United in South Africa
  • (2020 – 2021) Mamelodi Sundowns in South Africa

According to Soccerway, Mandela last appeared in a competition game on 5 June with Mamelodi Sundowns against Cape Town City in a 3-0 victory.

Brian Onyango's position

The soccer player plays the defender or centre-back position.

Brian Onyango's salary

According to Savanna News, the Mamelodi Sundowns has an estimated net worth of $300,000 and an annual salary of $20,603. Most of his salary follows his contract with Mamelodi Sundowns FC, Kenya, and paid guest appearances.

Brian Onyango's photos

The soccer player is not a dynamic personality on social media but he does have an Instagram account. His team, Mamelodi Sundowns, has uploaded some of his pictures on their official Instagram and X(Twitter) pages.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Brian Onyango married?

The famous athlete has not publicly revealed any of his flings, relationships, or partners he has been with since rising to stardom. Therefore, most of his fans speculate he could be single as of 2023.

2. What is Brian Onyango's nationality?

Although he plays for the South African football club, he is a Kenyan national.

4. When did Brian begin his soccer career?

The Kenyan national debuted professionally in soccer in 2010 when Kenyan Premier League side Posta Rangers signed him.

5. What is Brian Onyango's net worth?

According to Savanna News, the Mamelodi Sundowns has an estimated net worth of $300,000.

Brian Onyango's age
Brian Onyango (L) vies for the ball with Gleison Moreira (R) during the CAF Champions League match against Angolas Petro de Luanda in Johannesburg on 23 April 2022. Photo: Phill Magakoe
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Final word

Even though the Kenyan Mamelodi Sundowns soccer player prefers to maintain a low profile, it does not deter the fact that he has become such a vital player in Kenya and South Africa. Moreover, following his skills and strategies on the soccer pitch, he has become a sought-after personality in PSL and KPL.

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Claudia Kogi
Claudia Kogi is a Kenyan content creator with over 3 years of experience. Claudia joined Sportsbrief.com as a writer in January 2022, covering sports and relatable content.