12 Facts About Collin Samuel

Collin Andrew Samuel CM was born on 27 August 1981 and is a Trinidad and Tobago former professional footballer who played as a winger or striker.

Collin Samuel represented Trinidad and Tobago at senior international level and played in the 2006 World Cup.

Collin Samuel played abroad professionally for a number of clubs in Scotland, including Falkirk, Dundee United and St Johnstone, as well as Toronto FC in Canada and Luton Town in England.

Collin Samuel moved to Scotland in August 2002 when he was scouted by Simon Lindsay for Falkirk.

Collin Samuel was not as prolific at Tannadice, scoring just 15 goals in total during his four seasons there.

Collin Samuel eventually signed for MLS side Toronto FC, during which time he started every game for the Canadian club, making 19 appearances and scoring three goals for the injury-racked club in their inaugural season.

Collin Samuel was released from Toronto FC in April 2008 for personal reasons, with the club allowed a limited number of international players on their roster.

Collin Samuel was released at the end of his contract in May 2011.

Collin Samuel was signed on 31 August 2011, the transfer deadline day, by Luton Town of the English Conference Premier, but left the club by mutual consent after playing one game.

Collin Samuel played for the Trinidad and Tobago national team, having made his debut on 11 January 2002.

Collin Samuel played for the team in the 2002 CONCACAF Gold Cup and was called up to the 2006 World Cup squad.

Collin Samuel started the opening group match against Sweden and helped the team earn a goalless draw.