Mark Canning (footballer)
Scottish footballer
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Mark Canning (born 12 September 1983 in Glasgow) is a Scottish footballer.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 12 September 1983 | ||
| Place of birth | Glasgow, Scotland | ||
| Position | Midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Arthurlie | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2000–2005 | Kilmarnock | 7 | (1) |
| 2005 | Stirling Albion | 16 | (1) |
| 2006–2009 | Dumbarton | 84 | (3) |
| 2009–2010 | Albion Rovers | 22 | (1) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 9 April 2010 | |||
Career
Canning started his career at Kilmarnock, making his debut on 23 August 2001 in a 1 – 0 win over Glenavon in the UEFA Cup. His league debut came nearly eight months later in May 2002, when he replaced Shaun Dillon during a 2 – 2 draw with Dundee United.[1] However, Canning struggled to establish himself in the side and was released by Kilmarnock in 2005, joining Stirling Albion.[2]
He remained at Forthbank Stadium for a short time, later joining Dumbarton,[3] where he established himself in the first team, making over 90 appearances in all competitions during a three-year spell. Despite helping the side to the Scottish Third Division title, Canning was released by the club at the end of the season, instead signing with Albion Rovers.[4] He made his debut on 25 July 2009 as a last minute substitute during a 2 – 0 win over Ayr United in the Challenge Cup, his first goal coming on 10 October in a 2 – 0 win over Elgin City.[5]
On 27 August 2010, Canning left Albion Rovers. He is now playing amateur football.[6]
On 10 January 2020, Canning signed for Junior Side Arthurlie.[7]
Honours
Dumbarton
- Scottish Division Three (fourth tier): Winners 2008 – 09[8]
