Sandy Henny Walsh is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Mechelen of the Belgian Professional Football League. Born in Belgium, Walsh was a Dutch youth international before being elected to represent the Indonesian national team at a senior level.
Despite his European origins, Walsh has become a key figure for the Indonesian national team, bringing a unique combination of technical ability and international experience to the Southeast Asian side.
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- Full name: Sandy Henny Walsh
- Stage name: Sandy Walsh
- Date of birth: March 14, 1995
- Age: 29 years old
- Place of birth: Brussels, Belgium
- Nationality: Belgian, Dutch, Indonesian
- Occupation: Soccer player
- Height: 1.84 m
- Parents: Brigitta Portier and Gary Walsh
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $2 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Sandy Henny Walsh was born on March 14, 1995 in Brussels, Belgium. He was raised by his parents, Brigitta Portier and Gary Walsh.
Although he may have grown up with his siblings, their names are unknown to the media. Details about Sandy’s education are scarce, but it is likely that he attended a local school in Belgium. His academic journey has not been revealed publicly.
Sandy Walsh has a diverse ethnic background. His father, Gary Walsh, is Irish and born in England, while his mother, Brigitta Portier, is of Indonesian descent, born in Switzerland but raised in the Netherlands. His religious affiliation remains private.
Career
Walsh began his football career in Belgium, starting at KRC Genk in the youth team before moving to SV Zulte Waregem in 2017. He represented the Netherlands at various youth levels, including winning the championship. won the 2012 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.
In 2022, Walsh switched his international allegiance to Indonesia and has since become a key player for the Indonesian national team. He played in the Belgian Professional Football League for several seasons and currently plays for Mechelen.
On January 24, 2024, Walsh scored his first goal for the Indonesian national team in a 1-3 loss to Japan in the final match of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup group stage.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @sandywalsh
- Twitter name: @SandyWalsh_
Personal life
Sandy Walsh maintains a private personal life. His current relationship status is unknown and there is no public information about whether he is married or in a relationship. He prefers to keep his personal matters away from media attention.
Net worth
Sandy Walsh’s net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $5 million. His main income comes from his professional football career, with additional income from endorsements and possible investments. His net worth may vary depending on his contract, performance, and market trends.
