American soccer player
Michael Wetungu (born April 25, 1998) is an American soccer player who plays as a defender.
Career
College and amateur
Up to 2016, Wetungu played with the USSDA academy team Vardar,[1] before Wetungu attended and played four years of college soccer at Michigan State University between 2016 and 2019. During his time with the Spartans, Wetungu made 72 appearances and scoring 3 goals as a central defender. He was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman team in his freshman year.[2]
While in college, Wetungu played with USL League Two sides Flint City Bucks[3][4] (formerly Michigan Bucks) and Lansing United.[5] He also played with Lansing United in the NPSL prior to their move to the USL.[6]
Professional
On January 9, 2020, Wetungu was selected 46th overall in the 2020 MLS SuperDraft by Real Salt Lake.[7] Wetungu signed for the club's USL Championship affiliate Real Monarchs on February 5, 2020.[8]
Wetungu made his professional debut on September 16, 2020, starting in a 2–1 loss to Portland Timbers 2.[9]
His option was declined by Real Monarchs following the 2020 season.[10]
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