SWOS ECE 95/96
SWOS ECE 95/96

JOHN SCALES
JOHN SCALES
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Number
#3
Nationality
England
Team
LIVERPOOL (England)
Coach
ROY EVANS
Position
D (Defender)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Value
1 1 7 7 1 7 1 £1.6M

John Scales is a former professional soccer player from England, known for his time as a defender, particularly with Liverpool FC. Below is a brief overview of his career:

  • Full Name: John Robert Scales
  • Birth Date: July 4, 1966
  • Birth Place: Harrogate, England
  • Position: Defender

Career Highlights:

  • Early Career: John Scales began his professional career with Bristol Rovers in 1984.
  • Wimbledon FC: He signed for Wimbledon in 1987, where he was part of the famous 'Crazy Gang' team that won the 1988 FA Cup, defeating Liverpool in the final.
  • Liverpool FC: Scales moved to Liverpool in 1994, where he played until 1996. During his time at Anfield, he was known for his solid defensive performances.
  • Later Career: After Liverpool, he played for Tottenham Hotspur, Ipswich Town, and briefly for the US side Columbus Crew before retiring.

International Career:

  • John Scales earned 3 caps for the England national team between 1995 and 1997.

John Scales is remembered for his versatility and reliability as a defender during the 1990s, contributing to the success of the teams he played for.