Samuel Vanegas Explained

Samuel Antonio Vanegas Luna (born 8 September 1976) is a Colombian former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Early life

While playing youth football, Vanegas worked as a construction worker.^[1]

Career

Besides Colombia, Vanegas played in Brazil and Ecuador.^[2] Vanegas won the 2004 Copa Libertadores with Colombian side Once Caldas.^[3] He also won three league titles with three different Colombian sides.^[4] In 2013, he signed for Colombian side Junior, which caused controversy.^[5]

Post-playing career

After retiring from professional football, Vanegas worked as a youth manager.^[6]

Style of play

Vanegas was known for his aggressive temperament as a player.^[7]

Personal life

During his playing career, Vanegas was afraid of needles.^[8]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Samuel Vanegas, dejó de cargar bultos de cemento para levantar la Copa Libertadores del 2004. lapatria.com (Archived).
2. Web site: Samuel Vanegas va por su quinto título. eltiempo.com.
3. Web site: Vanegas, el ‘coronel’ de cuatro estrellas que defiende al Tiburón. elheraldo.co.
4. Web site: Samuel Vanegas: experiencia para la defensa tiburona. elheraldo.co.
5. Web site: "Mi permanencia en Junior se debe a los partidos que hice ante Nacional". elheraldo.co.
6. Web site: Samuel Vanegas es formador en su municipio. teleantioquia.co.
7. Web site: Así luce en la actualidad Samuel Vanegas. elfutbolero.com.ec.
8. Web site: Samuel Vanegas, el gigante que teme a las agujas. elespectador.com.