Jlloyd Samuel

Trinidadian footballer and defender

Jlloyd Samuel - Trinidadian footballer and defender
Born

March 29th, 1981
44 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 37 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Trinidad and Tobago

Links & References

A Trinidadian footballer played primarily as a defender. Played in the English Premier League for Aston Villa and later for Cardiff City. Represented Trinidad and Tobago at the international level, earning numerous caps and contributing to the national team during his career.

Played for Aston Villa in the Premier League

Represented Trinidad and Tobago internationally

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