About Chris Makin
Born 1973. Chris Makin is a British association football player.
Christopher Gregory Makin (born 8 May 1973) is an English retired professional footballer who played as a defender. He played in the Premier League for Oldham Athletic, Sunderland, and Ipswich Town.
Makin's first retirement came 23 April 2008 on advice from his doctor, after failing to overcome a hip injury which had prevented him playing since September 2007. He returned for a brief spell with non-league Radcliffe Borough in 2010 before retiring for good.
Career statistics
Honours Sunderland Football League First Division: 1998–99
Reading Football League Championship: 2005–06
Individual Sunderland Solid Gold XI
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Chris Makin?
English footballer (born 1973)
When was Chris Makin born?
Chris Makin was born on 8 May 1973 in St Helens.
What is Chris Makin's occupation?
Chris Makin is an association football player.
What nationality is Chris Makin?
Chris Makin is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris Makin. https://biography.guide/chris-makin/
MLA: "Chris Makin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chris-makin/.
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