16 Facts About Sam Mullarkey

Samuel Mullarkey was born on 24 September 1987 and is an English former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Sam Mullarkey now competes as a Mixed Martial Arts fighter in the Lightweight category.

Sam Mullarkey played for Grantham Town, Stamford and Lincoln United.

Sam Mullarkey started off his career at Nottingham Forest as a trainee, however was released without making a first team appearance following the club's snub in order to offer him a professional contract.

Shortly after Sam Mullarkey joined hometown side Lincoln United of the Northern Premier League, but departed the club in 2007.

Sam Mullarkey's career was kick started when he joined Grantham Town in 2007, following previous Lincoln United manager John Wilkinson.

Sam Mullarkey netted 19 times for the Grantham in 53 appearances, however he sustained injuries in a car accident during the pre-season, delaying his debut.

Sam Mullarkey was offered a 1-year contract by Peter Jackson, becoming Jackson's 8th signing of the summer.

Sam Mullarkey made his league debut coming on as substitute for Kevin Gall in the home draw with Grimsby Town.

Sam Mullarkey scored his first goal for lincoln on 27 March 2009, against Notts County.

Sam Mullarkey scored just three minutes after Delroy Facey had put Notts County into the lead.

Just before the start of the new season, Sam Mullarkey re-signed for Lincoln United.

Sam Mullarkey was released by United in January 2010 due to cost-cutting measures.

Sam Mullarkey made five appearances for the England under-16 side between 2002 and 2003.

Sam Mullarkey featured in the Victory Shield and in the David Carins Memorial Trophy in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Sam Mullarkey now competes as a Lightweight fighter in Mixed Martial Arts.