Sam Junqua
Real Salt Lake/D/
United StatesPlayer Info
Sam Junqua is an American left-back who brings defensive solidity and experience to Real Salt Lake's squad in Major League Soccer. The 28-year-old defender joined RSL ahead of the 2024 season, adding depth and competition to the full-back positions. Junqua's professional path began with the Houston Dynamo, who drafted him in 2019, and he later spent time with Atlanta United. His move to Real Salt Lake represents an opportunity for increased playing time within a structured system. A memorable moment in his career was his first MLS goal, a well-timed header that highlighted his aerial ability despite not being the tallest defender. Throughout his MLS career, Junqua has been a reliable performer when called upon, capable of making crucial tackles and providing width in attack. His career honors include being part of teams that have reached the MLS Cup Playoffs. With good pace and a strong left foot, Sam Junqua is a dependable defensive option who understands the demands of the league.
Overview
Honors
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Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/12/22
FC Dallas
Real Salt LakeSigned
2023/02/23
Houston DynamoFC Dallas71000€
Transfer
2019/11/29
Rio Grande ValleyHouston DynamoLoan Ended
2019/03/14
Houston DynamoRio Grande ValleyLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
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Away
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Statistics
Real Salt Lake
Atlantic Ocean Cup2026
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
120
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
0
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
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