Sam Hughes
Peterborough United/D/
EnglandPlayer Info
Sam Hughes is a robust and reliable English defender for Peterborough United, known for his no-nonsense approach at the back. Born on April 15, 1997, the 28-year-old center-back has become a defensive mainstay for the Posh. Hughes began his career at Leicester City's academy before finding his footing in the Football League with Burton Albion, where his commanding performances earned him a move to Peterborough. A natural leader, he excels in aerial duels and last-ditch tackles, often putting his body on the line for the team. He played a significant role in Peterborough's push for Championship promotion in recent seasons, forming a formidable partnership at the heart of defense. With a market value of €275,000, Hughes is considered a solid asset. His style is defined by sheer determination, physical strength, and an old-school defensive mentality that makes him a nightmare for opposing forwards.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/06/30
Stockport County
Peterborough UnitedTransfer
2025/06/29
Peterborough UnitedStockport CountyLoan Ended
2025/01/15
Stockport CountyPeterborough UnitedLoan
2024/06/30
BurtonStockport CountySigned
2022/01/30
Leicester CityBurtonTransfer
2021/11/23
BurtonLeicester CityLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
Peterborough United
FA Cup2026-2027
Matches
Games Played
1
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
60
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
42
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
2
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
3
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
0