About Paul Dyson
Born 1959. Paul Dyson is a British association football player.
Paul Ian Dyson (born 27 December 1959) is an English former professional footballer who played as a central defender for Coventry City, Stoke City, West Bromwich Albion, Darlington and Crewe Alexandra.
Career Dyson was born in Birmingham and began his career with Coventry City progressing through the youth team at Highfield Road he made his debut on 23 December 1978 at home to Everton in place of the injured Gary Gillespie. He played once more match in the 1978–79 season and was prevented from remaining in the side due to the arrival of Bristol City's Gary Collier and Sunderland's Jim Holton. He then worked as a prison officer and later ran his own sports shop in the Kings Heath area of Birmingham.
A. The "Other" column constitutes appearances and goals in the Football League Trophy, Full Members' Cup.
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Who is Paul Dyson?
English footballer (born 1959)
When was Paul Dyson born?
Paul Dyson was born on 27 December 1959 in Birmingham.
What is Paul Dyson's occupation?
Paul Dyson is an association football player.
What nationality is Paul Dyson?
Paul Dyson is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Paul Dyson (footballer)
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