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Scottish footballer
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Male
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Birth:
4 February 1973(Kilwinning)
The details
Biography
Introduction
Michael "Mike" Macari (born 4 February 1973) is a Scottish former professional footballer who played for Stoke City as a striker.
Career
Macari began his career with the West Ham United youth team, before joining Stoke City in 1992 along with his father Lou, who became Stoke's manager. He made his debut in the 1996–97 season where he played in 30 matches scoring three goals. He was released at the end of the season after his father left the club and never played senior football again.
Family
Macari's father Lou and brother Paul were also professional footballers. Another brother, Jonathan, committed suicide in 1999 after being released by Nottingham Forest.
Career statistics
| Club | Season | League | FA Cup | League Cup | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Stoke City | 1996–97 | First Division | 30 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 34 | 3 |
| Career Total | 30 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 34 | 3 | ||