Marcel Kalonda Explained

Marcel Kabongo Kalonda (born 4 May 1998) is a Congolese footballer who plays as a defender for Kansanshi Dynamos.

Career

In 2017, Kalonda signed for Zambian side ZESCO United, where he played in the CAF Champions League.^[1] In 2021, he signed for Zambian side Kabwe Warriors, where he was regarded as one of the club's most important players.^[2]

Style of play

Kalonda mainly operates as a defender and is known for his strength.^[3]

Personal life

Kalonda was described as "one of the most famous football players in Malaysia, judging by how rapidly his popularity soared in Malaysian social media" after he claimed to be eligible to represent the Malaysia national football team internationally through his grandfather.^{[4] [5]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: Marcel Kalonda does not hem and haw. goal.com.
2. Web site: Marcel Kalonda not for sale. soka25east.com.
3. Web site: 'Terpikat' aksi Kalonda. hmetro.com.my.
4. Web site: ‘My name is Marcel Kalonda, and I am Malaysian’. footballpink.net.
5. Web site: Apa motif sebenar Kalonda?. bharian.com.my.