Wealdstone Soccer Membership has introduced the signing of veteran defender Adrian Mariappa, previously of Watford, Crystal Palace, and the Jamaican nationwide staff.
The 37-year-old brings a wealth of expertise to the membership, having performed greater than 500 video games over a 19-year profession that included stints at Studying, Bristol Metropolis, Burton Albion, and most lately, Salford Metropolis.
Mariappa, who left Salford Metropolis final month, has been a big presence on the worldwide stage as properly, that includes over 60 instances for Jamaica in competitions such because the CONCACAF Gold Cup and World Cup qualifiers.
“Adrian has a implausible pedigree and for us to safe his signature is a big bonus for the soccer membership,” mentioned Wealdstone supervisor Matt Taylor on the membership’s web site. “He shall be an enormous character inside the squad, and his management abilities shall be important for the upcoming season.”
Mariappa joined Salford Metropolis in March 2023 and performed 47 instances for the membership. His addition to Wealdstone is anticipated to bolster the staff’s protection and supply invaluable steerage and expertise to the squad as they put together for the brand new season.
