John Burke (footballer, born 1956)
John Burke (born 1956) is an Irish former footballer who played as a central defender.
Along with Jackie Jameson he joined Shamrock Rovers in 1975 from Cherry Orchard. They both were in the 18 man Rovers party that toured Japan in September 1975.[citation needed]
He played three games in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup for Rovers.[citation needed]
Burke signed for Shelbourne in 1981. And in 1984 signed for Sligo Rovers and played in the last ever game at Glenmalure Park on 12 April 1987.[1]
Sources[edit]
- The Hoops by Paul Doolan and Robert Goggins (ISBN 0-7171-2121-6)