John Bird
English association football player and manager (born 1948)
About John Bird
Born 1948. John Bird is a British association football player, association football coach and painter.
John Charles Bird (born 9 June 1948) is an English former professional footballer and manager.
Bird's transfer from Preston North End to Newcastle United in 1975 prompted the resignation of Preston manager Bobby Charlton. A week later, head coach and caretaker manager Nobby Stiles also resigned, although he returned to the club as manager two years later.
Life after football After leaving football, Bird pursued his interest in art full-time, becoming a professional painter and gallery curator.
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Who is John Bird?
English association football player and manager (born 1948)
When was John Bird born?
John Bird was born on 9 June 1948 in Doncaster.
What is John Bird's occupation?
John Bird is an association football player, association football coach and painter.
What nationality is John Bird?
John Bird is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Bird (footballer, born 1948)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bird. https://biography.guide/john-bird-association-football-player-1948/
MLA: "John Bird." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-bird-association-football-player-1948/.
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