Samuel Johnston (18 September 1866 – 25 April 1910) was an Irish footballer who made his international debut for Ireland at the age of 15 years 154 days - a record which stands to this day.[1] Johnston, who played as a centre forward, played club football for Distillery between 1881 and 1888.[2]
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Samuel Johnston | ||
Date of birth | (1866-09-18)18 September 1866 | ||
Place of birth | Belfast, Ireland | ||
Date of death | 25 April 1910(1910-04-25) (aged 43) | ||
Place of death | Belfast, Ireland | ||
Position(s) | Centre forward | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1881–1888 | Distillery | ||
National team | |||
1882–1886 | Ireland | 5 | (2) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
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