He turned professional a year later and scored nine goals in 128 League games for the Swans prior to joining Ammanford in July 1975, helping them beat Swansea in the 1980 West Wales Senior Cup final. He's best remembered for his time at Fulham, and played a pivotal role in the west London club's famous run to the Europa League final during 2009/10. Signing professional for Bolton in August 1932, he starred as they won promotion and were FA Cup semi-finalists in 1934-35. He later played for Hellenic, Oswestry, Flint and Rhyl. Moving to Swansea in July 2004, he helped them qualify for the play-offs. A former Liverpool apprentice, he turned professional in January 1974 and made his First Division debut in their 1-1 draw at Spurs four months later. Since then he has played for Carmarthen Town, Pontardawe and Garden Village. He was one of the most respected players in the Premier League, and spent 16 years in the top flight between 1992 and 2008. He joined Arsenal for 40,000 in February 1974 and was ever-present in 1976-77, moving to Aston Villa for 70,000 in August 1977. Making three League appearances while at the Vetch Field, he joined Rhyl in July 2004 and has since played for Newport County, Mansfield Town and Carmarthen. He netted nine goals in 17 Second Division games prior to joining Gillingham for 4,000 in October 1958. He helped Swansea qualify for the promotion play-offs in 1996-97 and 1998-99, netting 11 goals in 120 League games before reuniting with Jan Molby at Kidderminster in November 2001. Central defender Max Thompson featured in Swansea City's 1982 Welsh Cup final triumph. He joined Barry Town in August 2002 and featured in their 2003 Welsh Cup final success, then had spells with Boston United, Leyton Orient, Rushden & Diamonds and Doncaster Rovers before moving to Torquay United in July 2004. He later managed Ards, Accrington Stanley, Distillery, Ards again, Hellenic and Glentoran. His career was effectively ended by a knee injury in September 1982, playing 48 League games before joining Perth Azzurri in May 1984. Former Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Dil John contested a first-team slot with George Heyes while at Swansea. Signing professional for Spurs in January 1944, he helped their 'Push & Run' side win the Second Division title in 1949-50 and League Championship in 1950-51. His cross also led to the own goal which put Wales in the semi-finals of Euro 16. Moving to Doncaster Rovers in July 1974, he had a spell with Portland Timbers before joining Swansea in September 1976. ANDREW WEBBER Young striker Andy Webber briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1984-85 campaign. He moved to Connah's Quay Nomads in August 2001 and re-joined Rhyl in June 2005. However, the winger found himself confined to the bench for much of his time at Stamford Bridge and began a four-year loan spell that included Plymouth, QPR, Charlton, Crystal Palace, Birmingham and Wigan. A former Brentford trainee, he signed professional in July 2001 and overcame a bout a glandular fever to make his League debut in their 1-0 victory at Luton Town in February 2003. LINTON BROWNFast striker Linton Brown appeared for Swansea City in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. Popular Players Patrick Mahomes Tom Brady Ezekiel Elliott Saquon Barkley Aaron Rodgers Drew Brees Todd Gurley Khalil Mack Ben Roethlisberger Aaron Donald Kyler Murray Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in March 1967 and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at Aldershot seven months later. Signing professional for Aston Villa in September 1987, he moved via Arsenal to Sheffield United in August 1991 and helped them reach the FA Cup semi-finals in 1992-93. He gained Welsh Amateur honours during a loan spell at Llanelly before signing professional at the Vetch Field in May 1962. We will promote things to help pay for everything. Making 18 Second Division appearances for the Swans, he joined Carlisle United in June 1961, then reunited with Roy Saunders at Ammanford Town. We have got all the match results from 1892 to today along with great player profiles List of Liverpool Players - LFChistory - Stats galore for Liverpool FC! Starring in their 2001-02 Second Division play-off final triumph, he was loaned to Swansea in February 2003 and made 13 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Gorka played in the lower divisions of Spanish football with Real Union, Osasuna B and Leganes before joining Swansea in August 2008. Initially with Berwick Rangers, he moved to the Vetch Field for 70,000 in November 1989 and helped Swansea avoid relegation that season, netting four goals in 22 Third Division games before being sold to Falkirk for 70,000 in August 1990. After going out on loan to Watford, where he also never played a first team game, he left Stamford Bridge in 2007 to sign for Scottish Premier League side Hibernian. He was popular among Swansea City fans with his high-impact performances, notably playing a major role in the 3-0 victory over Cardiff City in October 2021. He appeared in the 1969 Welsh Cup final and scored twice in 97 League games prior to joining Chelmsford City with Vic Gomersall in August 1971, helping win the Southern League title in 1971-72. He failed to make an impact and moved to Swansea in August 2003, scoring on his home debut in that month's 3-0 victory over Boston United. The 24-year-old had yet another impressive campaign keeping 20 clean sheets in the league and winning the Sky Bet Championship Golden Glove award. Later with Haverfordwest, he became a master builder, then worked at a fruit and vegetable market in Cardiff. Later with Merthyr Tydfil, Worcester City and Merthyr again, his career was ended by a recurring ankle injury. He helped reach the ECWC quarter-finals in 1980-81 and moved to Wolves in December 1986, starring as they won the Fourth Division title and Third Division title in consecutive seasons, also the Sherpa Van Trophy in 1988. Helping them win the Third Division title in 1982-83, he reunited with John Bond at Swansea in March 1985 and made 53 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. BILLY REESEx-Welsh Schoolboy winger Billy Rees helped Swansea win the Football Combination Second Division title in 1954-55. Welsh teams of past and present have always been fiercely patriotic, with one exceptional talent amongst the hardworking group. England U-21 midfielder Mark Wilson had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2003-04 season. His solitary goal in 18 Second Division games came in the Swans' 2-0 victory at Derby in March 1963 and he joined Yeovil Town in May 1963, becoming their player-boss. After his contract was terminated by Liverpool, he arrived at the Liberty Stadium in August 2009. His block during the play-off final win at Wembley against Reading will forever be remembered by Swans fans, while his leadership and service to the club were also crucial in the club's rise. Overcoming a serious knee injury, he joined Brentford in March 2002 and featured in their 2002-03 FA Cup run. Initially with Berwick Rangers, he moved to the Vetch Field for 70,000 in November 1989 and helped Swansea avoid relegation that season, netting four goals in 22 Third Division games before being sold to Falkirk for 70,000 in August 1990. PAUL AGNEW Former Northern Ireland U-23 left-back Paul Agnew briefly played for Swansea City during the 1987-88 campaign. Later with Cork City and Galway United. Welsh international winger Len Allchurch was capped seven times whilst at Swansea. He was twice a Welsh Cup winner and ever-present in 1989-90, scoring twice in 160 League games prior to joining Crystal Palace for 275,000 in July 1991. He re-joined Swansea in July 2001 and netted 18 goals in 113 League games overall. CHRIS JONESChris was a product of the youth system, coming through the ranks and signing a professional contract in 2006 before making his debut against Walsall in the Football League Trophy. Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Glan Letheran took over from Geoff Crudgington at Swansea City. Signing professional for Tottenham Hotspur in August 1950, he was a member of their 1950-51 League Championship squad but had limited top-flight chances as Harry Clarke's understudy. SAM RICKETTSWelsh international full-back Sam Ricketts was capped ten times while at Swansea City. It took a then record 5.5m fee to bring Spain internationalto the Liberty Stadium and the Premier League from Valencia. LYN DAVIESWelsh U-23 goalkeeper Lyn Davies understudied Tony Millington while at Swansea City. He joined AFC Bournemouth in August 1979, then played for Dorchester and Poole Town. The speedy winger joined the Swans in a deal worth 4million in January 2017. He later managed Llanelli and Carmarthen. England U-21 midfielder Ray Wallace had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1991-92 season. Later played for Baltimore Blast, Newport County and Southport. His solitary Second Division appearance for Swansea was in the 2-1 defeat at home to Blackburn Rovers two months later and he also featured in the 2-1 Welsh Cup sixth round defeat at Newport County in March 1951. ANDY ROBINSONMidfielder Andy Robinson played in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final triumph. Helping them win promotion and the Auto Windscreens Shield final that season, he moved to Swansea in July 2002 and scored once in four League outings until injury ended his career in December 2002. His solitary goal in 18 League games came in the Swans' 3-0 victory at home to Macclesfield in September 2003 and he moved to Portsmouth for 175,000 in January 2004. He made five appearances (three as sub) under Paulo Sousa before tragedy struck in the summer of 2010 as Besian suffered a heart attack in his sleep and passed away aged just 22 in Austria. Joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1970, he subsequently played in local football for Hills Plymouth. He was loaned to Bangor City and Llanelli before returning to Llanelli in August 2001 but suffered an injury and briefly moved to Garden Village in March 2002. Fast striker Tommy Mutton briefly featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title campaign. Starting with Crystal Palace, he was loaned to Swansea in August 1989 and netted three goals in 13 League outings. Helping win promotion in 1995-96, he moved via Cardiff City to Kingstonian and was an FA Trophy winner in 1999 and 2000, then played for Henley and Bromley. He made his League debut in the following month's 2-2 draw at Colchester and played four League games for his hometown club prior to joining Barry Town in August 1979. During his time at the Swans, Carroll enjoyed a short loan spell at Aston Villa before suffering a hip injury in the 2018-19 season. Goalkeeper Percy Hooper contested a first-team slot with Jack Parry and Owen Roberts while at Swansea. A cousin of Chris Waddle, he impressed with Halifax Town before joining Liverpool in June 1973. Explore and purchase photos of your local teams. He scored on his League debut to clinch Swansea's 2-2 draw at Peterborough United five months later, netting ten goals in 70 League outings prior to joining new-boys Hereford United in July 1972. This interest in the sport grew during the First World War when women, drafted into munitions factories to replace the men whod gone off to fight, formed teams to play each other. He played for Forest Green Rovers, Frome Town and Mangotsfield United before moving to Bristol Rovers in September 1985. Born in Pembrey, the talented midfielder began in the Swans academy at the age of 10. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and was a part-time professional, understudying Noel Dwyer and Johnny King. He also featured in Swansea's 1978-79 promotion campaign and scored once in 39 League games prior to joining Plymouth Argyle for 10,000 in January 1980. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in April 1982. STEVE WATTScotland U-21 defender Steve Watt was plagued by injury problems while at Swansea City. He had limited top-flight opportunities and moved to the Vetch Field in July 1971. After a spell with Johannesburg Ramblers, he moved to Derby County in June 1961, then played for Wellington, Slavia Melbourne, Yugal and Llanelly. Young midfielder Antonio Corbisiero briefly played for Swansea City during the 2003-04 campaign. DAVID BARNHOUSEWelsh U-21 defender David Barnhouse provided reliable cover for Steve Jenkins while at Swansea. Sadly passed away in August 2015. ROBIN TURNEREx-England Youth striker Robin Turner made a significant contribution as Swansea City avoided relegation in 1984-85. A regular for Wales at senior level and an excellent servant for the Swans with 179 appearances, he moved to Aston Villa in 2017 as part of a 5m swap deal for Jordon Ayew, gaining promotion back to the Premier League in 2019. Re-joining Bradford City as manager in February 1989, he returned to Swansea as boss from March 1990 until March 1991. His first season at Ewood Park was a success, but the following year saw him struggle for games and he left in August 2006 to join Crystal Palace. Kenny Jackett signed him on loan in September 2004 and he was given his debut in the LDV Vans Trophy match against Luton Town, also making three substitute appearances in the Third Division. Locally born, he was a prolific goalscorer for Star Athletic and Swansea Boys, appearing for Swansea's reserve team before becoming a part-time professional at the Vetch Field in August 1972. Striker Darren Perrett scored the fastest hat-trick in Swansea City's history against Rhyl in a Welsh Cup tie in December 1994. Starting a degree course in physiotherapy at Swansea University, he quit football with a knee injury and has coached in New South Wales, Australia. He moved to Reading for 100,000 in March 1988 but was unable to prevent relegation that season and joined Cardiff City in March 2000, helping them win promotion in 2000-01 and reach the Second Division play-offs in 2001-02. He appeared in the 1956 and 1957 Welsh Cup finals as well as three successive West Wales Senior Cup final triumphs. Ex-Welsh Schoolboy winger Ken Wookey featured in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title campaign. He only played six games for the Swans (four as sub), scoring one goal against Watford before an injury crisis at West Ham cut short his time at the club. MARC RICHARDSEx-England Youth striker Marc Richards had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2002-03 campaign. While at Rangers he played in the play-off final at the Millennium Stadium, where they lost 1-0 to Cardiff in 2003. Former Welsh Youth midfielder Russell Coughlin starred in Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. Albert was used as a central defender, though he could also play in midfield when required. He also helped Swansea qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, moving to Cheltenham Town in October 2002. Initially with Manchester City, he joined Everton in July 1956 and played regularly in the top-flight before moving to the Vetch Field for 5,000 in November 1959. He featured in Swansea's 1987-88 promotion campaign, moving to Sunderland for 70,000 in March 1988. Featuring in two Welsh Cup final triumphs, he scored twice in 42 League games prior to joining Hartlepool in November 1983. Now under the leadership of Rob Page, the team have followed up this Euros success story with qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, beating Ukraine to seal their spot in the tournament, for only the second time in history, at a euphoric Cardiff City Stadium. Joining Newport County in August 1973, he had two spells at both Merthyr Tydfil and Haverfordwest. He joined Lewes in August 2004. Local boy Jazz was a product of the West End club, before joining Cardiff Citys academy. TONY GUARDYoung right-back Tony Guard briefly appeared for SwanseaCity during the 1983-84 campaign. Initially with Blaenllechau Welfare, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in February 1950 and made his League debut in Swansea's 5-0 defeat at Birmingham City ten months later. 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