Wilson Waweru (born 27 December 2000) is an Irish footballer who plays as a forward for club Wealdstone.
Early life Waweru was born on 27 December 2000 in Galway, Ireland, where he also grew up. He is of Kenyan descent through both of his parents.
Career As a youth player, Waweru joined the youth academy of Galway United and was promoted to the club's senior team, debuting at the age of seventeen and helping them achieve second place in the league.
In 2023, he was loaned out to League of Ireland First Division club Cobh Ramblers, where he made thirty-three league appearances and scored thirteen goals and helped the club win the 2023 Munster Senior Cup. Ahead of the 2024 season, he signed for League of Ireland Premier Division side Sligo Rovers. On 24 February 2024, he debuted for the club during a 0–0 draw with Derry City in the league.
On 12 December 2025, Waweru signed for Cobh Ramblers on a permanent basis ahead of the 2026 League of Ireland First Division season. On 17 January 2026, he made his first appearance since returning to the club, scoring twice in a 3–0 win over Leeside United in the Munster Senior Cup.
On 14 August 2026, Waweru joined National League side Wealdstone following a successful trial period.
Style of play Waweru plays as a forward and is right-footed. Known for his speed and strength, he can also play as a winger.
Personal life Waweru's younger brother Lewis Waweru, plays for FAI National League club Mervue United.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational CupLeague CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsGalway United2018LOI First Division302000—5020191520010—1622020102001121134202124810—20278202228410—10304202300———00Total81164021409118Cobh Ramblers (loan)2023LOI First Division301310—523615Sligo Rovers2024LOI Premier Division28723——3010202516220——182Total44943——4812Cobh Ramblers2026LOI First Division20400—23227Wealdstone2026–27National League5000—2373Career Total18042932113920455
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