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Marco Rojas (Marco Rodrigo Rojas) was born on 5 November, 1991 in Hamilton, New Zealand, is a New Zealand footballer. Discover Marco Rojas's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 32 years old?
Popular As |
Marco Rodrigo Rojas |
Occupation |
N/A |
Age |
32 years old |
Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
Born |
5 November, 1991 |
Birthday |
5 November |
Birthplace |
Hamilton, New Zealand |
Nationality |
New Zealand
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He is a member of famous Player with the age 32 years old group.
Marco Rojas Height, Weight & Measurements
At 32 years old, Marco Rojas height is 1.68m and Weight 64 kg.
Physical Status |
Height |
1.68m |
Weight |
64 kg |
Body Measurements |
Not Available |
Eye Color |
Not Available |
Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
Family |
Parents |
Not Available |
Wife |
Not Available |
Sibling |
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Children |
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Marco Rojas Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Marco Rojas worth at the age of 32 years old? Marco Rojas’s income source is mostly from being a successful Player. He is from New Zealand. We have estimated Marco Rojas's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
House |
Not Available |
Cars |
Not Available |
Source of Income |
Player |
Marco Rojas Social Network
Timeline
His second goal was in the 72nd minute on 5 January against Melbourne Victory helping them secure a 2–0 win at Westpac Stadium.
Rojas attended Aberdeen Primary School and Maeroa Intermediate School during the late 1990s and early-mid-2000s.
He is of Chilean descent.
Marco Rojas came through Wynton Rufer's Wynrs football academy.
He trialled with fellow graduate Caleb Rufer at German clubs Werder Bremen, Hannover and Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Neither player was successful, but Rojas was awarded a trial with the Wellington Phoenix after winning the Retro Ricki Youth Scholarship from the supporters group Yellow Fever.
Rojas impressed Wellington coach Ricki Herbert and put in some good performances in the Phoenix's warm up friendlies, resulting in him getting offered a 2-year contract with the A-League side.
Marco Rodrigo Rojas (born 5 November 1991) is a New Zealand professional footballer who plays as a forward for Brisbane Roar FC and the New Zealand national football team.
During his time in the A-League with Melbourne Victory, Rojas was dubbed the Kiwi Messi by fans for his ability on the ball and goalscoring prowess.
On 13 September 2009, he made his senior debut in the A-League for the Wellington Phoenix against Melbourne Victory at the age of 17, coming off the bench as a 77th minute substitution for Daniel making him the second youngest player to play for the Phoenix behind Kosta Barbarouses.
Rojas got his second appearance for the Phoenix when he was substituted on for Paul Ifill in the 73rd minute against Central Coast Mariners on 27 September 2009.
Rojas scored his first goal on his full debut for the Phoenix on 18 December 2010 in a 4–0 victory over the Newcastle Jets.
Rojas provided the assist for Chris Greenacre's opening goal in a 3–1 win over North Queensland Fury in the Phoenix's final home game of the 2010–11 season.
On 18 February 2011, Rojas was awarded the NAB Young Player of the Month.
On 22 February 2011, he was awarded the Wellington Phoenix young player of the year.
On 27 February 2011, Wellington Phoenix announced that Rojas declined to sign a new contract with the club and wanted to move on.
Following this announcement, some media outlets claimed unofficially that Rojas had signed for Melbourne Victory, however, officially, Melbourne coach Ernie Merrick denied this.
It was believed at the time that Melbourne Victory, Adelaide United and a South American club were vying for the signature of the highly rated youngster.
On 11 March 2011, Melbourne Victory ended weeks of speculation by officially confirming that they had indeed signed Rojas, securing him on a two-year deal.
On 8 October 2011, Rojas made his debut for Melbourne Victory FC in the A-League season opener against Sydney FC.
It would not be until the following 2012–13 season, however, that he would score his first Melbourne Victory goal; it came in the Victory's 2–1 loss to crosstown rivals Melbourne Heart, after receiving a cross from Archie Thompson.
His second Melbourne Victory goal came in the Victory's 2–1 win against Adelaide United two weeks later.
At the A-League end of season awards for the 2012–13 season, Rojas won both the Johnny Warren Medal and the A-League Young Footballer of the Year awards.
Rojas scored goal number 15 for season 2012–13 on 31 March 2013 against Wellington Phoenix in a 2–3 win.
On 18 April 2013, Rojas quit Melbourne Victory to pursue a career in Europe.
His contract with Melbourne expired on 30 April 2013.
Rojas moved during the 2013–14 season to VfB Stuttgart.
On 8 May 2013, Marco Rojas signed a contract until June 2017 with VfB Stuttgart.
He joined the Bundesliga side on a free transfer from Melbourne Victory.
On 10 July 2013, Marco started his first game for Die Schwaben in a pre-season friendly match against the local Hohenlohe-Selection at the Schönebürgstadion, Crailsheim.
Marco scored his first goal for his new club in this game to give VfB a 4–0 lead just before half time, VfB went on to win the match 5–0.
On 17 July 2013, Marco suffered an injury setback during training that sidelined the Kiwi international for between four and six weeks.
Media sources revealed Rojas had broken a bone in his foot.
Rojas however continued to swim, cycle and perform weight training but he was unable to continue football related activities until after the new 1. Bundesliga season began in early August.
On 21 August 2014, Rojas was loaned out to SpVgg Greuther Fürth.
In January 2015 the loan deal was terminated.
He was loaned out to FC Thun on 3 January 2015 until the end of the 2014–15 season.
On 8 February 2015, Rojas scored his first Swiss Super League goal on debut for FC Thun in Thun's 1–1 draw with FC Aarau match.
On 12 June 2015, the loan deal was extended until the end of the 2015–16 season.
On 25 August 2016, Rojas returned to the A-League with former club Melbourne Victory, signing a two-year deal.