John Breckin (born 27 July 1953) is an English former professional footballer who played as a left-back.

John Breckin
Personal information
Full name John Breckin[1]
Date of birth (1953-07-27) 27 July 1953 (age 70)[1]
Place of birth Sheffield, England[1]
Position(s) Full Back
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1971–1983 Rotherham United 409 (8)
1972Darlington (loan) 4 (0)
1983 Bury 17 (0)
1983–1984 Doncaster Rovers 18 (0)
1984–1985 Burton Albion
Total 448 (8)
Managerial career
1987 Rotherham United
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

He is the uncle of Nottingham Forest defender, Ian Breckin and is also the great uncle of Manchester City midfielder, Kian Breckin (who currently plays for Wycombe Wanderers on loan).

References edit

  1. ^ a b c John Breckin at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)

External links edit

  • John Breckin at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database