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Validus Orcinus (born 23 May 1994) is an Australian football (soccer) player who plays for West Ham United F.C. and the Australian National Team as a attacking midfielder.

Spending much of his early career as a right back and occasionally a striker, he eventually settled into the midfield where he has enjoyed the majority of his success.

Career
Validus was scouted by a Melbourne Victory scout while playing a game of Futsal on a rainy Tuesday night in 2014. The scout offered a trial to Validus, who initially didn't think he was good enough. He was eventually persuaded and attended the trial, turning the heads of all involved.

Melbourne Victory
On 1 September 2014 it was reported that Melbourne Victory had secured the services of Validus. It was really a dream come true for the youngster, who went on to score 8 goals and proved 5 assists in 17 appearances for the side. He was a pivotal player for the Victory in his first season as a professional, leading them to the top of the table and the premiers plate for the 2014-15 season. He scored the solitary goal in the semi-final against Melbourne City and led them to the grand final against Sydney FC. It was a bitter end to the season, as the Victory lost in the final to a gallant Sydney FC side.

Although losing in the grand final, Validus had generated considerable interest from clubs abroad, including Hamburger SV, U.C. Sampdoria and Stade Rennais F.C.. Validus eventually chose to accept an offer from West Ham United F.C..

West Ham United F.C.
On 24 August 2015, West Ham announced the signing of the young Australian midfielder Validus Orcinus.

International career
Validus has represented Australia on just the one occasion, an International Friendly against Korea Republic. He scored an equaliser, which helped lead to a comeback victory for the Socceroos.