About John Archer
Lived 1936 – 1987 (aged 51). John Archer was a British association football player.
John George Archer (9 April 1936 – 1987) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
After starting his career at hometown Kent League club Whitstable Town he transferred to Football League Third Division North club Grimsby Town for whom, whilst only 18 years old, he made 10 appearances during which he saved three successive penalties.
Early in 1955, having been granted release from his contract with Grimsby, he returned to Whitstable. and Margate before returning in 1963 as an Amateur player to now Aetolian League Whitstable Town. "Bonny" as he was locally known made a total of over 100 appearances over his four spells at Whitstable Town - his last two matches in April 1964 were notable: he was sent-off in the first and left the field injured in the second.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Archer?
British association football player (1936-1987)
When was John Archer born?
John Archer was born on 9 April 1936 in Whitstable.
When did John Archer die?
John Archer died on 28 May 1987.
What was John Archer's occupation?
John Archer was an association football player.
What nationality was John Archer?
John Archer was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Archer (footballer, born 1936)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Archer. https://biography.guide/john-archer-association-football-player/
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