Tony Godden

Anthony Leonard Godden (2 August 1955 – 30 March 2026) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper in the Football League for West Bromwich Albion, Luton Town, Walsall, Chelsea, Birmingham City, Bury and Peterborough United.

Career Godden was born in Gillingham, Kent,

He dropped down a division to sign for Birmingham City for £35,000 in July 1987, and subsequently had spells with Bury (on loan) and Peterborough United, before dropping into non-league football. He became a goalkeeping coach for Rushden & Diamonds in 2006, and also had brief spells as their caretaker manager, following the departures of Paul Hart and later Graham Westley. In February 2009, he joined Brighton & Hove Albion, following the exit of goalkeeping coach Paul Crichton to Norwich City.

Death Godden died on 30 March 2026, aged 70.