welsh football players past and present

Its a summer that changed the outlook of football in Wales, and the team consisting of now-household names like Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey and Joe Allen were paraded through the streets of Cardiff in an open-top bus. Such was his success in his opening season at the club, he was one of five Swans players who would make the prestigious PFA Team of the Year. To this day, he remains his country's finest ever goalkeeper. He joined West Brom for 25,000 in March 1988, moving to Swansea in January 1989 and netting once in 19 League outings. He also starred in the 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph and netted three goals in 89 League games prior to joining Bury for 95,000 in August 1989. He became Bolton's captain and gained his solitary Welsh cap against Belgium in May 1949. DUDLEY PEAKECentre-half Dudley Peake played for Swansea in the 1957 Welsh Cup final. Unlucky to suffer a dislocated shoulder in his second appearance for the Swans at Nottingham Forest, he was sidelined for the remainder of that season, then had a recurrence of the injury in a Welsh Cup tie at Port Talbot in January 2007 and was ruled out again. He has coached at Afan Lido, Bridgend, Port Talbot, Maesteg Park, Inter Cardiff and Porthcawl. Locally born, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Torquay in April 1987 and turned professional in July 1989. Experienced right-back Simon Trevitt had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1997-98 campaign. Making 23 League appearances for the Swans before moving to Carmarthen Town in January 2003, he has also played for Port Talbot. The Welsh are currently ranked 17th globally by FIFA. Initially with Abercynon, he joined Cardiff City in July 1945 and featured prominently in their 1946-47 Third Division (South) title triumph. His first season at the club was a great success, winning the Player of the Season award, before a loan move to the Liberty Stadium in January 2012. By 2006, he was the youngest goalscorer in Wales history via a freekick vs Slovakia. Locally born, 'Ossie' was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in March 1969. A former apprentice at the Vetch Field, he was given his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at Bury two months before signing professional in July 1971. 6 Rodon. Welsh Youth central defender Barrie Thomas briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1971-72 campaign. The man they chose was Dutchman Michel Vorm, a product of Utrechts youth system. He starred as they won promotion in 1974-75 and the League Cup in 1977, joining Swansea for 70,000 in November 1978. He died in Australia in December 1982. Local born left-half Ronnie Davies briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1958-59 season. Ever-present in their 1953-54 Third Division (South) title success, he moved to Chelmsford City in July 1955, then had a spell with Fred Jones' Marconi. Making a significant contribution as the Swans reached the League One play-off final in 2005-06, he joined MK Dons in January 2007 and helped them qualify for the play-offs. 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Previously with Aberaman, he moved to Swansea in July 1995 and made his League debut in the 2-0 victory at home to Doncaster in January 1997. Former Northern Ireland U-23 left-back Paul Agnew briefly played for Swansea City during the 1987-88 campaign. He is widely regarded as, Ian James Rush, (born 20 October 1961) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a forward. He scored once in five Second Division games overall for the Swans prior to joining Italian side Massese in July 1966, moving via Inter Napoli to Lazio in July 1969 where he was top scorer in their 1973-74 Italian title triumph. Were it not for injuries, Aaron Ramsey could easily have become one of the Premier League's greatest ever midfielders. Speed had - and will continue to have - a hugely positive impact on Welsh football. A former Manchester City junior, he failed to secure a first-team slot and was loaned to Swansea in July 1972, making 11 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Signing professional for Swansea in May 1963, he made his League debut in the 1-0 victory at home to Leyton Orient four months later. Also loaned to Mansfield Town, featuring in their 1974-75 Fourth Division title campaign, he had his contract cancelled by the Gunners in December 1974 and joined Gateshead. Ex-England Schoolboy striker Paul Wimbleton played for Swansea City during the 1992-93 campaign. He missed the 1994 Autoglass Trophy final through injury but featured in their 1994-95 Second Division play-off final triumph. Initially with hometown Blackpool, where his father Len became club president, he joined Swansea in July 1977. Initially with Coventry City, he helped them reach the League Cup semi-finals in 1980-81 and moved to Manchester United in July 1982. He was leading marksman three times, including their 1997-98 promotion success, moving to Leyton Orient in May 2002. He netted 22 goals in 143 League games prior to re-joining Ards in June 1968, winning many honours as a player, then manager. He came through the ranks in Dutch football, enjoying spells at Utrecht, Heracles Almelo and Roda JC. Signing professional for Everton in June 1952, he moved to Sheffield Wednesday in March 1959, then Plymouth Argyle in January 1960. Scoring twice in 36 League games for Swansea, he later joined Liverpool's coaching staff. JONATHAN COATESWelsh U-21 winger Jonathan Coates featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Following a trial with Cardiff City, during which time he played against the Swans in a Combination match, he joined Merthyr Tydfil in July 2005. Signing professional for Plymouth Argyle in March 1991, he failed to secure a first-team slot and moved to the Vetch Field in July 1993. Following a similar period at Bristol Rovers, he joined Oldham Athletic in August 1985 and helped them qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1986-87, then win the Second Division title in 1990-91. He picked up where he left off in his three seasons back at the club, leading by example and helping the side retain its Premier League status. After two seasons at the club, Jazz was released to join up with his hometown academy at the Liberty Stadium. Now works in the media. Welsh international striker Steve Lovell had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1986-87 campaign. Initially loaned to Swansea in December 1986, he returned on loan in March 1987 and netted three goals in 18 League games overall. BRIAN THOMASYoung inside-forward Brian Thomas played in Swansea City's 1964-65 League Cup fourth round defeat at eventual winners Chelsea. He appeared in the 2001 LDV Vans Trophy final, then helped them reach the Second Division play-off final in 2001-02. A former Charlton Athletic amateur, he represented the Army during national service and signed professional at the Vetch Field in August 1952. Trinidad & Tobago international defender Kevin Austin starred in Swansea's 2004-05 promotion campaign. This was achieved and the end product was a more comprehensive set of results than that held by the FAW. Welsh international winger Brian Evans was capped six times while at Swansea City. Leading marksman as Swansea qualified for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, he also helped beat West Ham in that season's FA Cup third round, netting 44 goals in 206 League games for the Swans before joining Caernarfon Town in December 2003. Displaced by the arrival of Danny Canning from Cardiff City, he joined Yeovil Town in July 1949 and contested a place with their FA Cup hero Dickie Dyke. Arsenal WFC [Youth B Women] Tweets by @Arsenal. He moved via Newport County to Cardiff City for 22,500 in August 1986 and featured in their 1987-88 promotion and Welsh Cup 'double' success. After two loan spells at Lincoln City, he joined Telford United in October 1999 and later played for Sheffield, Caernarvon Town, Halifax Town, Ilkeston Town and Buxton. STEVE BRODIEHard-working midfielder Steve Brodie helped Swansea City win the West Wales Senior Cup in 2002. STEVE WATTScotland U-21 defender Steve Watt was plagued by injury problems while at Swansea City. He made his League debut in Swansea's 3-3 draw at home to Doncaster Rovers the following month and featured prominently as Harry Griffiths' side narrowly failed to win promotion in 1976-77. A former scholar at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 2002 and also featured in Swansea's 2003 Welsh Youth Cup final triumph. Locally born, the son of Roy Saunders, he turned professional for Swansea in June 1982 and netted 12 goals in 49 League outings, moving to Brighton in August 1985. Locally born, he turned professional with Manchester United in April 1956 and helped them twice win the FA Youth Cup. However, following a change of manager at the Riverside Stadium, Emnes found opportunities limited and he joined the Swans on loan in October 2010. A former Bolton Wanderers amateur, he joined hometown Swansea in October 1943 and featured in the first post-war League match against West Brom in August 1946. Scoring eight times in 54 Second Division games before losing his place to Barrie Jones, he moved to Newport County in June 1964, then had a spell at Barry Town and was later Cwmbran Town's player-manager. Abbott featured in the side that narrowly missed out on a place in the play-offs at the end of the 2006-07 season, before departing during the summer for Darlington after 18 appearances (nine as sub) and one goal. He joined Hartlepool United in 2001 where he tasted first team action for the first time, moving on to Cambridge United, Boston United, Stockport County, Wycombe Wanderers, Plymouth Argyle and Millwall before joining the Swans on loan in December 2010. PAUL FURYWelsh Youth right-back Paul Fury was a young member of Roy Bentley's squad at Swansea City. He later played for Maesteg Park and Port Talbot. Loaned to Swansea in December 1991, he scored once in five League outings while at the Vetch Field. Starring in their 1971-72 FA Cup run, he helped them win promotion in 1972-73 and joined Southport in July 1974. Former Welsh Amateur international striker Alan Beer was a young member of Roy Bentley's squad at Swansea City. He became Swansea's player-boss in February 1978, netting 25 goals in 63 League games and plotting three Welsh Cup final triumphs. He struggled to recapture his best form after breaking his leg in a reserve match and netted six goals in 37 League games for the Swans before reuniting with Colin Appleton at Exeter City in September 1985. STEPHEN OHALLORANStephen was a Republic of Ireland international, playing twice for the senior side and 13 times for the Under-21s. He died in Bangor in April 1995. Initially loaned to Swansea in December 1986, he returned on loan in March 1987 and netted three goals in 18 League games overall. RONNIE WILLIAMSWelsh Youth winger Ronnie Williams was a young member of Billy Lucas' squad at the Vetch Field. He netted six goals in 61 League games for the Swans before moving to Hereford United in January 1968. SHAUN BYRNERepublic of Ireland U-21 left-back Shaun Byrne had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2003-04 season. Making 15 League appearances for Swansea, he joined Rochdale in June 1948, then played for LincolnCity and Hyde United. He resided in Swansea until his death in December 1981. He joined Southampton in September 1962 and helped them reach the FA Cup semi-finals in 1962-63, moving via Coventry City to Swansea for 12,000 in October 1964. He joined Oxford United in February 1985 and helped to secure top-flight status that season, then win the Milk Cup in 1986. Moving to Scunthorpe United in July 1993, he re-joined Halifax in February 1996, then played for Bradford PA. Fast striker Bryan Wade scored in Swansea City's 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph. STUART ROBERTSWelsh U-21 winger Stuart Roberts featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title campaign. He eventually moved to Championship side Watford, becoming the clubs leading goalscorer in consecutive seasons. He emigrated to South Africa in 1965 and played cricket for North East Transvaal. Young right-back Iorie Symmonds contested a first-team slot with Terry Elwell while at Swansea. The former Liverpool striker moved on loan to the Liberty Stadium from Bolton in January 2014until the seasons end. He tried to make a comeback but with his contract up he was free to leave and went back to Holland with Utrecht. He survived the Munich air crash but never again found his early form, moving to the Vetch Field for 3,000 in March 1961. His patience was rewarded at Wembley Stadium in February 2013 when he won a medal as the Swans defeated Bradford City in the final of the League Cup. Initially with Kilsyth Rangers, he joined Ayr United in June 1967 and moved to Leeds United for 30,000 in October 1973. Moving to Sunderland for 10,000 in November 1947, he remained in the top-flight after joining Manchester City in September 1949. He made 99 League appearances prior to joining Halifax Town for 47,500 in October 1991, missing just one match during their fateful 1992-93 campaign. He played for Abergavenny Thursdays, Ebbw Vale, Barry, Porth and Cwmammam. Mulder became a regular during the 2018-19 season after the departure of Lukasz Fabianski, making 27 appearances in all competitions. Initially with Southampton, he joined Halifax Town in July 1984 and moved to Swansea for 10,000 in August 1987. Managed at Wrexham, Doncaster and Wolves. Also loaned to Exeter City, he had limited first-team opportunities at Palace and joined Bray Wanderers in October 2001. Starting with Cardiff City, he moved to Wrexham for 30,000 in December 1978 and joined Swansea for 70,000 in November 1979. Joining Wycombe Wanderers in January 2004, he was leading marksman in two consecutive seasons, moving to Nottingham Forest for 675,000 in November 2005. Born in the Ivory Coast, Lamah moved to Belgium to further his playing career with Second Division Vise, before a move to Belgian side Anderlecht in 2005. He immediately saved a penalty but the referee ordered a retake from which Bury scored. A Welsh Cup finalist in 1969, he was ever-present in 1970-71 and netted ten goals in 143 League games before moving to Cheltenham in July 1972. Featuring in their first-ever Football League match, he moved to Yeovil Town in July 1973, then played for Merthyr Tydfil, Haverfordwest and became Morriston Town's player-boss. He made his League debut as a substitute in that month's 2-0 defeat at HullCity, then played against top-flight Derby County in the Worthington Cup second round. A fee of around 1.5 million secured his signature in time for Swanseas opening game of the season at Manchester City. Previously with hometown Bangor City, he joined Swansea for 5,000 in August 2005 and made his League debut in the 1-0 victory at home to Tranmere Rovers on the opening day of the season. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in January 1958 and made his League debut in Swansea's 6-1 victory at home to Bristol City in April 1960. Former Welsh international midfielder Terry Yorath plotted Swansea City's 1987-88 Fourth Division play-off final success. SIMON DAVEYYoung midfielder Simon Davey was a member of Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup winning squad. DANNY BARTLEYEx-England Youth international left-back Danny Bartley starred as Swansea City won promotion in two consecutive seasons under John Toshack. In 2009 Joe was given his first professional contract, making his first team debut in August 2010 in a 3-0 League Cup win over Barnet at the Liberty Stadium. EMLYN HUGHESFormer England international Emlyn Hughes briefly skippered Swansea City during the 1983-84 campaign. MICHAEL MOOREYoung striker Michael Moore briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1993-94 campaign. A full Dutch international who went totwo World Cups and Euro 2012, such was Vorms form throughout the season that he won all the major Player of the Year awards at the end of the campaign. Sold to Plymouth Argyle for 100,000 in July 1989, he later played for Grimsby, Crystal Palace and Torquay United. He later played for several non-League clubs, becoming Bishop's Stortford player-manager. Moving to Aldershot in July 1958, he joined Haverfordwest in August 1959 and was top scorer in 1959-60. 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. Teenage striker Jamie Harris briefly played for Swansea City during the 1997-98 campaign. The 6ft defender made 59 appearances for the Swansea in all competitions before returning parent club Chelsea FC. Starring in their 1978-79 promotion near-miss, he briefly re-joined Southampton in March 1985. Football Museum Officer at Wrexham Museum. BILLY MORRISFormer Welsh Schoolboy outside-left Billy Morris featured in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title campaign. However, the striker opted for a move back to the north east with Sunderland for 5m before he joined newly-promoted Hull and then Middleborough on loan. Later with Brentford, Tranmere, Hull, Doncaster, Millwall, Carlisle, Barnet and Prestatyn Town. Sam was then reunited with Kenny Jackett at Wolves. He helped Swansea reach the Welsh Cup final in 1950 and win that year's London Combination Cup final, making 12 League appearances prior to joining Hereford United in August 1950. Signing professional for Coventry City in July 1986, he starred as they reached the League Cup semi-finals in 1989-90 and moved to Birmingham City in March 1993. The intention was that in due course the archive would include the full results of all Wales international matches complete with team line-ups. NEIL CUTLEREx-England Youth goalkeeper Neil Cutler had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2002-03 campaign. A former Swansea apprentice, he made his League debut in the 5-0 defeat at Portsmouth five months before turning professional in October 1984. He joined Cape Town City in March 1974, then had a spell as Harrogate Railway's player-boss before returning to South Africa to set up a window company. The Swans later paid Birmingham 50,000 to make the move permanent. KEITH LOWELoan central defender Keith Lowe featured in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final success. He followed Len Ashurst to Newport County, then played for Gillingham, Port Vale and Barrow. He deputised for Keith Walker alongside Christian Edwards in the heart of Swansea's defence and impressed with his aerial strength. A former Millwall scholar, he turned professional in April 2000 but failed to secure a first-team slot despite gaining two Welsh U-21 caps during the 2002-03 season. He was a prolific goalscorer for the reserves and scored on his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at home to Walsall in February 1948. A former Watford apprentice, he turned professional in February 1982 and helped win the FA Youth Cup that season. He played for Bridlington Trinity, North Ferriby, Guiseley and Halifax Town before joining Hull City in January 1993, partnering Dean Windass in their attack. Later re-joining Pembroke Borough, he worked for Hancock Ship Builders in Pembroke Dock until retirement and died in Neyland in June 2001. Striker Tony Kellow made his solitary League appearance for Swansea City as substitute in a 2-0 defeat at Newport County in October 1984. Locally born, he signed professional for Swansea in July 1988 and regularly featured as a substitute, netting six goals in 45 League outings prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1991. Following loan spells with Barry Town and Merthyr Tydfil, he moved to Forest Green Rovers in December 1998 and then Carmarthen Town. He had spells with Worcester, Aldershot, Sydney, Hull City and Bradford City before reuniting with Colin Appleton on a non-contract basis at Swansea in September 1984. Making 15 League appearances for Swansea, he joined Rochdale in June 1948, then played for LincolnCity and Hyde United. Young midfielder Alan Wilkins provided reliable cover for Brayley Reynolds while at the Vetch Field. Inside-forward Don Phillips provided reliable cover while at the Vetch Field. He made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at York City the following month and helped reach the Third Division play-off final in 1996-97, scoring three times in 119 League outings for the Swans before losing his place to Michael Howard after a series of injury problems. BRIAN EVANSWelsh international winger Brian Evans was capped six times while at Swansea City. Winger Gareth Hopkins helped Swansea win the London Combination Cup in 1947. Chris was released from the Swans at the end of the 2008-09 season after 11 appearances eight as sub), joining Grimsby Town in July 2009. BILLY REESEx-Welsh Schoolboy winger Billy Rees helped Swansea win the Football Combination Second Division title in 1954-55. Returned to Swansea in 2010 after a spell on loan at Leeds. Signing professional for Halifax in January 1983, he made his League debut the following month and impressed in a struggling side. He was only at the Liberty for one season, making just a solitary appearance against Billericay in the FA Cup. After spending four seasons at the club and only making 19 appearances, he opted for a move to Burnley where the Lancashire outfit paid 300,000 for his services. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at home to Southport two months before turning professional in June 1976. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in August 1981 and made his First Division debut in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Aston Villa in May 1982. PAUL BEVANVersatile midfielder Paul Bevan was a member of Harry Gregg's squad at Swansea City. SHAUN CHAPPLEWelsh U-21 midfielder Shaun Chapple featured in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. 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. Initially with Kilsyth Rangers, he joined Ayr United in June 1967 and moved to Leeds United for 30,000 in October 1973. ALAN SULLIVANWelsh Youth winger Alan Sullivan was a young member of Roy Bentley's squad at Swansea City. He overcame a knee injury before reuniting with Kenny Jackett at Swansea in June 2004 but failed to secure a regular first team slot and was loaned to Cambridge City in March 2005, helping them reach the Nationwide South play-off final. Ex-England Youth striker Marc Richards had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2002-03 campaign. MARCUS BEAN Young midfielder Marcus Bean had two separate loan spells at Swansea City. His solitary League appearance was as a substitute in the following month's 2-0 defeat at home to Northampton. Centre-forward George Kirby starred as Swansea reached the FA Cup fifth round in 1964-65. A former Hereford United apprentice, where his father was a director, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in April 1978 and was Hereford's top scorer in four successive seasons. Versatile forward Syd Howarth helped Swansea reach the FA Cup fifth round in 1951-52. Central defender Dave Bruton was Swansea City's 'Player of the Year' in 1973-74. Signing professional for Newcastle United in September 1963, he joined Barrow in March 1965 and starred in their 1966-67 promotion success. Featuring in their 1951-52 promotion campaign, he joined Worcester City in August 1957 and later had spells with Chester, Ton Pentre and Barry. Young full-back Neil Price appeared for Swansea City during the 1985-86 season. He moved to Swansea initially on loan in March 2003, scoring a hat-trick in the 4-2 victory at home to Bury on the opening day of the 2003-04 season and also helping the Swans reach the FA Cup fifth round. He played in the 1952 FA Cup final and was a key figure in the Gunners' 1952-53 League Championship success, moving to Sunderland for 27,500 in June 1953. Much-travelled centre-forward Pat Terry was a Ronnie Burgess signing for Swansea. Experienced midfielder George Smith missed just three matches for Swansea City during the 1975-76 season. Scotland U-21 defender Steve Watt was plagued by injury problems while at Swansea City. Briefly resurrecting his career under Ted Ditchburn at Romford in August 1959, he later resided in Huntingdon until his death in June 2003. He joined Stoke City in August 1994, helping them qualify for the First Division play-offs in 1995-96, then had spells with Airdrie, Winsford United and Witton Albion. Southampton FC [Youth B] Tweets by @SouthamptonFC. ALAN WADDLETall striker Alan Waddle was top scorer in Swansea City's 1978-79 promotion success. He left the club at the conclusion of his deal in July 2022. Moving to AFC Newport in August 1996, he helped Cabletel win the 1999 Welsh Cup final and played and managed Haverfordwest. Overcoming a serious knee injury, he joined Brentford in March 2002 and featured in their 2002-03 FA Cup run. By the age of 27, he already had 75 caps. He returned to City at the end of the season. Initially with Pembroke Borough, he starred in their 1953-54 Welsh League 'double' triumph and moved to the Vetch Field in October 1956. His solitary goal in nine Fourth Division games came in the Swans' 2-1 defeat at Brentford in December 1968 and he moved to Yeovil Town in July 1969. He netted 16 goals in 74 League games before becoming the Swans' assistant-manager under Kenny Jackett. He starred as they won promotion in 1974-75 and the League Cup in 1977, joining Swansea for 70,000 in November 1978. 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