16 Facts About Tamika Mkandawire

Tamika Paul Mkandawire was born on 28 May 1983 and is a former professional footballer who played as a midfielder or defender.

Tamika Mkandawire later attended Harris High School in Rugby from 1995 to 1999.

Tamika Mkandawire was a trainee at West Brom for five seasons but did not make an appearance for the first team due to the lack of opportunities at the club at the time.

Tamika Mkandawire chipped in with six goals, more than any other defender that season.

When club captain Tony James was injured, Tamika Mkandawire took the captain's armband and led Hereford to the playoff final, scoring in the crucial semi-final against Morecambe.

Tamika Mkandawire was a regular in Hereford's defence, scoring twice in the league, and his solid performances had led to speculation over him moving to a bigger club.

Tamika Mkandawire has adapted to playing a new defensive holding midfield role for Millwall, switching from his usual central defence position.

Tamika Mkandawire joined Shrewsbury Town in League One on a free transfer on 1 July 2013 following his release from Millwall.

Tamika Mkandawire was named club captain by manager Graham Turner, and made his Shrewsbury debut against Milton Keynes Dons on 3 August 2013.

General manager Perry Van der Beck hopes Tamika Mkandawire will add poise and experience to the Rowdies' back line.

Tamika Mkandawire signed a new contract to remain in Tampa Bay on 15 January 2018.

Tamika Mkandawire announced his retirement from football in August 2018.

Tamika Mkandawire holds a United Kingdom citizenship and has played for the English semi-professional team.

Malawi does not allow dual citizenship therefore Tamika Mkandawire is currently ineligible to play for Malawi at full international level.

Tamika Mkandawire is an active fundraiser for charity work in Malawi and in January 2009, he became Ambassador for Sue Ryder international.

In March 2012, Tamika Mkandawire won the 'PFA Player in the Community' award at the Football League Awards.