About Johnny Linaker
Lived 1927 – 2013 (aged 86). Johnny Linaker was a British association football player.
John Edward Linaker (14 January 1927 – 14 June 2013) was an English footballer.
Career Linaker came to prominence during wartime football, during which he played for Everton as an amateur and Manchester City, who he joined in August 1945. After making no league appearances for City, he joined Southport in November 1946.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Linaker?
English footballer (1927-2013)
When was Johnny Linaker born?
Johnny Linaker was born on 14 January 1927 in Southport.
When did Johnny Linaker die?
Johnny Linaker died on 14 June 2013 in Shipton.
What was Johnny Linaker's occupation?
Johnny Linaker was an association football player.
What nationality was Johnny Linaker?
Johnny Linaker was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Linaker. https://biography.guide/johnny-linaker/
MLA: "Johnny Linaker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-linaker/.
Chicago: "Johnny Linaker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/johnny-linaker/.
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