About John Ritchie
Born 1951. John Ritchie is an association football player.
John Ritchie (born 28 February 1951) is an English former professional footballer who played as a forward.
Club career Ritchie began his career at Wealdstone, before signing for Slough Town in 1971. Ritchie scored 20 goals in 32 appearances in all competitions for Slough during the 1971–72 season, before signing for Arsenal alongside teammate Peter Cruse.
In March 1974, after failing to break into the first team at Arsenal, Ritchie signed for Hereford United. During his time at Hereford, Ritchie scored four goals in 22 Football League appearances. In 1975, Ritchie signed for Staines Town, following their promotion to the Isthmian League Premier Division. In 1977, Ritchie signed for Ilford, before being released after four games.
International career In February 1972, Ritchie made two appearances for England amateurs.
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Who is John Ritchie?
English footballer (born 1951)
When was John Ritchie born?
John Ritchie was born on 28 February 1951.
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John Ritchie is an association football player.
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