David Ochieng
Kenyan footballer
Kenya
Defender
David Ochieng: profile
David Ochieng (born 7 October 1992 in Nairobi, Kenya) is a former Kenyan footballer who played as a defender.
Ochieng started out at Nairobi Stima F.C. in 2011. He played for 5 clubs in 4 countries since 2011. The busiest spell of his career was at Al-Taawon FC (2013–2015): 52 appearances and 2 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 70 appearances and 4 goals.
At international level, Ochieng represented Kenya (2012–present).
Nairobi has produced 51 footballers in our database, including Victor Wanyama, Michael Olunga and Thomas Deng.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2012 (aged about 20)
- Countries played in
- 4: Kenya, Saudi Arabia, United States and Sweden
- Club goals per game
- 0.06 (4 in 70)
- Height
- 187 cm — taller than 79% of Kenyan internationals on record
- Latest move
- New York Cosmos (2016)
- Shares a birthday with
- Madjid Bougherra, Umaru Bangura and Amadou Dante (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Nairobi Stima F.C. |
Kenyan National Super League | – | – |
| 2012–2013 | Tusker F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | 18 | 2 |
| 2013–2015 |  Al-Taawon FC |
Saudi Pro League | 52 | 2 |
| 2016– |  New York Cosmos |
North American Soccer League | – | – |
| — |  IF Brommapojkarna |
Allsvenskan | – | – |
| Total | 70 | 4 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012– | Kenya |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is David Ochieng?
David Ochieng was born on 7 October 1992, which makes him 34 years old.
Where was David Ochieng born?
David Ochieng was born in Nairobi, Kenya.
Which national team does David Ochieng play for?
David Ochieng played international football for Kenya.
Which clubs has David Ochieng played for?
David Ochieng's recorded clubs are Nairobi Stima F.C., Tusker F.C., Al-Taawon FC, New York Cosmos and IF Brommapojkarna.
How tall is David Ochieng?
David Ochieng is 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does David Ochieng play?
David Ochieng played as a defender.
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