Micah Richards Biography: Wife, Stats, Net Worth, Age, Salary, Children, Parents, Siblings

Biography

Micah Lincoln Richards (born June 24, 1988), widely recognized as Micah Richards, seamlessly transitioned from his illustrious career as a football player to becoming a prominent football pundit after retiring from the game in 2019.

He maintains strong ties with Manchester City, serving as a club representative, demonstrating his enduring commitment to the sport. Moreover, Micah Richards regularly provides expert analysis and insightful commentary as a pundit on esteemed sports networks like BBC Sport, BT Sport, and Sky Sports.

Micah Richards
Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Micah Lincoln Richards
Stage Name:	Micah Richards
Born:	24 June 1988 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	Birmingham, United Kingdom
Nationality:	English
Education:	Wetherby High School
Height:	1.8 m
Parents:	Lincoln Richards, Heather Richards
Siblings:	Rhonda Richards
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Helen Flanagan (rum.)
Children:	Micah Richards Jr.
Occupation:	Football Player • Pundit
Net Worth:	$45 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Micah Richards, a professional football player, was born on June 24, 1988, in Birmingham, West Midlands, England. Despite being born in Birmingham, Micah grew up in Chapeltown, Leeds. 

Throughout his childhood and youth, Micah was raised by his parents, Lincoln Richards and Heather Richards. He also has a sister named Rhonda Richards, who accompanied him on this journey. 

Micah Richards‘s educational journey took him to Wetherby High School, and he later graduated from Loreto College.

Career

Micah Richards‘ journey in football kicked off at a young age, starting as a striker in Leeds United’s youth setup. But his story took a twist when Leeds released him at just eight years old. Despite this setback, he didn’t let it dim his passion, representing Leeds Schools FA during his early days.

As he grew, Micah found his footing in defence, moving to Oldham Athletic’s youth ranks at 14 before landing at Manchester City. Fun fact: Oldham kept a 20 per cent sell-on clause, a sign of his potential.

Micah Richards made waves at City, becoming the Premier League’s youngest player at 17 in 2005. He quickly became a fan favourite, winning City’s Young Player of the Year honours back-to-back.

His pivotal role in City’s FA Cup win in 2009 and their Premier League triumph in 2012 solidified his status. A stint in Italy with Fiorentina and a move to Aston Villa followed though injuries took a toll, leading to his retirement in 2019.

But it wasn’t just club success for Micah Richards. He made his England debut at 17, representing his country 13 times.

After hanging up his boots, Micah smoothly transitioned into punditry, sharing his insights on top networks like the BBC and Sky Sports.

Awards & Nominations

Awards

• 2006-07 PFA Young Player of the Season (nominee)
• 2006-07 Official Supporters’ Club Young Player of the Season

Nominations

• 2007-08 PFA Players’ Player of the Year (shortlist)
• 2006-07, 2007-08 PFA Young Player of the Year
• 2008 England Men’s Player of the Year (shortlist)

Social Media

• Twitter: @micahrichards
• Instagram: @micahrichards
• Facebook: Micah Richards

Personal Life

Micah Richards, the 35-year-old football pundit and former professional player, hasn’t tied the knot and remains unmarried. Reports suggest that his girlfriend is actress Helen Flanagan.

Despite his relationship status, Micah is fully devoted to his role as a father to his son, Micah Richards Jr., born in 2019. While his love for his son shines bright, Micah has kept details about his son’s mother private, respecting their privacy in his family life.

Net Worth

Micah Richards has a net worth of approximately $45 million. Although this is a substantial sum, it falls short compared to the fortunes of his former teammates. 

Throughout his career, Richards earned a decent salary; however, his extravagant spending tendencies were well known. In fact, during a 2020 interview, he confessed to splurging $150,000 in a single evening while in Los Angeles.