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Michael Forsyth

b. 1966

English footballer (born 1966)

Association football player
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About Michael Forsyth

Born 1966. Michael Forsyth is a British association football player.

Michael Eric Forsyth (born 20 March 1966) is an English former footballer.

Playing career Forsyth started his playing career at West Brom after joining as an apprentice at 17, making his debut against Arsenal at Highbury, marking Tony Woodcock and Charlie Nicholas. West Bromwich Albion F.C. won 1 nil. He then moved to Derby County in 1986 for £25,000 where he spent most of his career. Including a spell that saw him win the Jack Stamps Trophy in the 1987–88 season. Subsequent moves to Notts County for £200,000, (including a loan spell at Hereford), Wycombe Wanderers and Burton Albion saw him play out his career. He joined the Derby County Academy training staff under the management of Nigel Cloughin April 2009. Since then he has worked as a scout for Nigel Clough at Sheffield United and is currently at Mansfield Town.

Honours Individual Derby County Player of the Year winner: 1988

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Important facts

Born
20 March 1966, Liverpool
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Michael Eric Forsyth

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Forsyth?

English footballer (born 1966)

When was Michael Forsyth born?

Michael Forsyth was born on 20 March 1966 in Liverpool.

What is Michael Forsyth's occupation?

Michael Forsyth is an association football player.

What nationality is Michael Forsyth?

Michael Forsyth is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Forsyth

· Wikidata: Q6830374

· DBpedia: Michael Forsyth (footballer)

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