About John Armstrong
Born 1936. John Armstrong is a British association football player.
John Armstrong (born 5 September 1936) is a Scottish former professional footballer, who played as a goalkeeper. He played for Barrow, Nottingham Forest, Portsmouth and Southport.
Playing career Born in Airdrie, Armstrong joined Barrow from Bellshill Athletic in March 1958. He joined Nottingham Forest nine months later, but could not establish himself in the first team. Portsmouth stepped in and signed him for about £6,000 in February 1963. He joined Southport in 1967.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Armstrong?
Scottish football goalkeeper, born 1936
When was John Armstrong born?
John Armstrong was born on 5 September 1936 in Airdrie.
What is John Armstrong's occupation?
John Armstrong is an association football player.
What nationality is John Armstrong?
John Armstrong is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Armstrong (footballer, born 1936)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Armstrong. https://biography.guide/john-armstrong-association-football-player-1936/
MLA: "John Armstrong." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-armstrong-association-football-player-1936/.
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