Initially with Shell Juniors and Burnell's Ironworks, he joined Port Vale in March 1938 and scored on his League debut in their 4-1 win over Rochdale the following month. His only League appearance was in the 4-0 defeat at Wolves in March 1987. A 60,000 fee saw McLeod make the move permanent at the beginning of the 2005-06 campaign and made 52 appearances (14 as sub) and scored seven goals before joining Colchester the following season, Brighton, Wycombe and Chelmsford City. Scottish striker Sandy Allan had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1972-73 season. Featuring in their 1965-66 Welsh League title triumph, he played for Pembroke Borough, Haverfordwest, Llanelli and Ammanford. He joined Southampton in September 1962 and helped them reach the FA Cup semi-finals in 1962-63, moving via Coventry City to Swansea for 12,000 in October 1964. A former Crystal Palace trainee, he signed professional in October 1998 and made his League debut in their 1-1 draw at home to Birmingham four months later. The son of former Swansea player Len Emmanuel, he signed professional for Birmingham City in July 1971 and gained considerable top-flight experience. The goalkeeper came from a footballing family, and started his career at Macclesfield Town in 1995 before moving to Hull City in 1998. After a short spell in Belgium with Genk, he now plays his football in Toronto. Current team members are listed in bold. Signing professional for Swansea in May 1963, he made his League debut in the 1-0 victory at home to Leyton Orient four months later. A son of Alan Williams, he turned professional with Bristol City in August 1980 and had a spell at Portsmouth before moving to Swansea on a non-contract basis in January 1985. Signing professional for Arsenal in June 1982, he featured in their 1987 Littlewoods Cup final triumph and was a finalist again them following season. KERRY MORGANA diminutive and all-energy player, Kerry was born in Merthyr Tydfil and came through the youth ranks at Swansea. Kenny Jackett signed him in November 2004 and he helped Swansea win the FAW Cup that season but was sacked by Swans in January 2006 after being banned for six months for drug abuse. Helping them win promotion in 1977-78, he briefly moved to Dartford in July 1978 and later trained to become a chiropodist with Leyton Orient. Players who are still active for the national team are players who have not retired from international football and are, subsequently, eligible to be called up. Ex-England international full-back Arthur Willis played for Swansea in the 1956 Welsh Cup final. Able to deliver quality crosses from the left flank, he returned from a loan spell at Merthyr Tydfil to score twice in 62 League games for Swansea before reuniting with Tony Bird at Irish side St Patrick's in August 2002. He also featured in a Welsh Cup tie at Newport County the following season and helped to win the West Wales Senior Cup shortly before joining Llanelly in June 1954. Settling back in his native Swansea, he later worked in the motor trade for many years until retirement and died in May 2003. He moved to St Patrick's, then Shelbourne in December 2003, helping win the Irish League title that season. ANDY OAKESThe goalkeeper came from a footballing family, and started his career at Macclesfield Town in 1995 before moving to Hull City in 1998. With his contract up in the summer of 2007, Swans boss Roberto Martinez swooped to bring him to the Liberty Stadium for a mere 25,000. He moved via Blackpool to Swansea for 30,000 in October 1990 and starred as the Swans qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93, scoring twice in 101 League games before swapped for Exeter City's John Hodge in July 1993. Moving to Wrexham in July 1964, he returned from a loan spell at Glentoran to appear in the 1965 Welsh Cup final. Scoring in the 1998-99 FA Cup third round replay win over West Ham, he featured as the Swans qualified for the Third Division play-offs that season and netted eight goals in 91 League games before joining Brighton in March 2001. He had loan spells at Torquay and Hereford before being loaned to Swansea in January 1991, featuring in two consecutive Second Division defeats at Brentford and Bury. Starring as the Swans finished sixth in the top-flight in 1981-82 and twice won the Welsh Cup, he netted 35 goals in 77 League games before moving to NAC Breda in February 1984, then played for Coventry, Lincoln, Newport and Merthyr before moving to Germany. Young defender Doug Rosser featured in Swansea's 1969-70 promotion campaign. Moving to Swansea on non-contract terms in September 1997, he made seven Third Division appearances before joining Wisbech Town in December 1997. The Welsh international went on to make 33 appearances for the Jacks, scoring four times in all competitions including the outstanding solo breakaway goal against Brentford in the FA Cup in 2019. Netting seven goals in 160 League outings prior to joining Bradford City for 210,000 in July 1995, he moved to Gillingham for 15,000 in August 1996, then Barnet for 25,000 in February 1997. Manager history; Players from A-Z; Historical squads; Historical results; Profile; Player Country . Top scorer in 1985-86, he repeated the feat with Grimsby in 1986-87, then played for Cardiff City and Cheltenham. He netted three goals in five League games for the Swans then played for Southport, Runcorn and Droylsden. He failed to secure a regular first-team slot and was loaned to struggling Swansea on transfer deadline day in March 1991. He netted 23 goals in 62 League games prior to joining Boreham Wood in March 1993, then coached at Watford, Nottingham Forest and MK Dons. REG CUNLIFFEVersatile left-back Reg Cunliffe featured in Swansea's 1947 London Combination Cup final triumph. He helped the side win promotion to Serie A during his time there, before arriving at the Liberty Stadium in September 2011. Welsh goalkeeper Charlie Turner briefly contested a first-team slot with Jack Parry while at Swansea. He continued to reside in Swansea until his death in March 2004. He also made a substitute appearance in the next Third Division game at home to Exeter City, replacing Denley Morgan, and moved to Barry Town in July 1969. He moved to the Vetch Field in January 1948 and made his League debut in that month's 6-1 victory at home to Bristol City. Previous lineup from Wales vs England on Tuesday 29th November 2022. Joining Bury in December 1993, he starred as they twice won promotion and followed Stan Ternent to Burnley for 225,000 in February 1999. He died in Fleetwood in August 2000. SANDY ALLANScottish striker Sandy Allan had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1972-73 season. He joined Sheffield Wednesday in September 1976, then played for Lincoln City and helped Newport County win promotion in 1979-80. Signing professional for Leeds United in August 1973, he joined Norwich City in April 1975 and had loan spells at Northampton Town and Stockport County prior to joining Swansea in July 1977. Making three League appearances, he later played for Portsmouth and Bristol Rovers where he had two spells at manager. Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Glan Letheran took over from Geoff Crudgington at Swansea City. Helping the Gunners win the Football Combination title in 1983-84, he spent the 1984-85 campaign on loan to Leyton Orient. But after three seasons and only 31 appearances, he was released and found himself at Nottingham Forest. He quickly impressed in the Premiership, scoring on his England debut in October 1999 and joining Chelsea for 11,000,000 in July 2001. He starred in a successful reserve team and made a significant contribution as the Swans reached the FA Cup semi-finals in 1963-64. He worked in a steelworks and resided in Swansea until his death in June 2001. He had limited first-team opportunities but helped win the West Wales Senior Cup in 2002, making ten League appearances prior to joining Llanelli in August 2002. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 4-2 defeat at home to Crewe Alexandra ten months before turning professional in July 1988. Initially with hometown Caerleon, he joined Lovells Athletic in September 1961 and moved to Newport County in November 1962. Starring in their 1963-64 Third Division title triumph, he moved to Swansea for 14,000 in March 1965 and appeared in the 1966 Welsh Cup final success. He made his League debut as a substitute in the 4-1 victory at home to Mansfield Town in August 2003 that put Swansea top of the Third Division. Former Welsh U-21 goalkeeper Mark Kendall featured in Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. Initially with Northfleet United, he served in the Royal Navy before turning professional at the Vetch Field in May 1946. The Welsh Semi-Pro international then had spells with Carmarthen Town, Inter Cardiff and Bridgend. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in September 1959 and netted 23 goals in 166 Second Division games for Swansea before being sold to Plymouth Argyle for 45,000 in September 1964. During his time at St Andrews, Marcos made his senior debut against Scunthorpe in the League Cup in 2005, and made his Premier League bow in a 1-0 win against Fulham. He spent four seasons with the Greek club before moving to Italy for a four-year spell with Bologna. He appeared in the UEFA Cup with Inter Cardiff, since playing for Rhayader, Llanelli, Merthyr again, Haverfordwest, Ton Pentre, Dinas Powis and Grange Quins. Brewster ended the campaign with 11 goals in 22 appearances before securing a permanent move to Sheffield United. He played four more Second Division games during the 1964-65 season and helped the reserves win the Welsh League title three times. He managed Rushden Town and died in Daventry in September 2001. LEE CHAPMANFormer England U-21 striker Lee Chapman ended his playing career with Swansea City. DAVE CARVERExperienced right-back Dave Carver had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1972-73 season. Moving to Swansea in July 2004, he helped them qualify for the play-offs. He made 12 League appearances for the Swans prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1974 and was twice top scorer. Joined Norwich in 2009 after a loan spell at Swindon. Joining Newport County in August 1973, he had two spells at both Merthyr Tydfil and Haverfordwest. Welsh U-21 striker Tony Bird featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. He turned professional in July 2003 and regularly featured as substitute during the 2003-04 campaign, making his Wales U-21 debut in Azerbaijan in September 2004. He later played for Northampton Town, Forest Green Rovers and Worcester again. Young striker Michael Moore briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1993-94 campaign. A former Tranmere Rovers trainee, he turned professional in June 1988 and featured in their 1990 Leyland/DAF Cup final success, 1990-91 Third Division play-off final triumph and 1993-94 Coca-Cola Cup run. He turned professional in July 1998 and returned from loan spells at Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen to help Swansea win the West Wales Senior Cup in 2002. He was loaned to Burnley and QPR during the 2005-06 campaign prior to joining Swansea on loan in March 2006. The project began with an intention of compiling a full list of Welsh Cup match results from 1876 to the present day, and details of each final. He moved to the Vetch for 20,000 in February 1979 and briefly played in the top-flight, netting six goals in 89 League games for Swansea before being sold to Derby for 25,000 in February 1982. The son of former Welsh international winger Donato Nardiello, he was a scholar at Manchester United and turned professional in November 1999. He helped qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93 and scored once in 165 League games before moving to Huddersfield Town for 275,000 in November 1995. Finally, after a loan move to Fulham in January 2015 was made permanent, he returned to Wales with Cardiff City where he still plays. View history. LEN ALLCHURCHWelsh international winger Len Allchurch was capped seven times whilst at Swansea. His first season was a success, but he struggled for game time thereafter and found himself out on loan at Willem II. The son of former Swansea favourite Mel Charles, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in January 1977 and featured in several Welsh Cup final triumphs. Teenage full-back Steve Thomas understudied Micky Evans and Wyndham Evans while at Swansea City. In 2013 Mark left the club after 140 appearances (25 as sub) and three goals to join Charlton on loan before making the move permanent. Their history stretches back to 1864, when the team played a match against the local fire station. He was a safety officer with the Welsh Water Authority until his early death in October 1991. He played in the 1975 European Cup final in place of the injured David Harvey. He moved to Swansea for 80,000 in August 1993, helping win the Autoglass Trophy in 1994 and reach the Third Division play-off final in 1996-97. Young right-back Tony Guard briefly appeared for SwanseaCity during the 1983-84 campaign. Young striker Jamie Barnwell-Edinboro had a loan spell at Swansea during the 1995-96 campaign. Signing professional for Cardiff City in January 1963, he featured in successive Welsh Cup final triumphs and was a semi-finalist in the League Cup in 1965-66 and ECWC in 1967-68. He made his League debut in Swansea's 0-0 draw at QPR in April 1950 and starred in the 1955-56 promotion challenge, scoring twice in 129 Second Division games before a knee injury ended his playing career in May 1957. DIL JOHNFormer Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Dil John contested a first-team slot with George Heyes while at Swansea. Signing professional for Chelsea in September 1999, he failed to secure a first-team slot and was loaned to QPR, Huddersfield Town and Sheffield Wednesday before joining Brighton in July 2003. He joined rivals Manchester City five months later, then played for Royal Antwerp and Seiko prior to joining Crewe Alexandra in December 1986. Initially with Leyton Orient, he featured in their 1988-89 promotion campaign and played on loan for Cork City in that season's FAI Cup final. In July 2005 Scotland was denied a work permit and although he left Dundee United, he found he was able to play for St. Johnstone in the First Division. He made his Premier League debut for Wigan against Aston Villa on the opening day of the 2009-10 season in a 2-0 win, and was in the Wigan side that lifted the FA Cup in 2012-13 before joining Sunderland. A former Hereford United apprentice, where his father was a director, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in April 1978 and was Hereford's top scorer in four successive seasons. He joined Lewes in August 2004. Also had loan spells at Yeovil and Brentord, before moving to Scotland with Inverness CT and Hibernian. ADEBAYO AKINFENWANigerian striker Adebayo Akinfenwa scored the winner in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final triumph. He also featured in Swansea's 1987-88 promotion campaign and three Welsh Cup final triumphs, scoring twice in 230 League games prior to joining Huddersfield for 50,000 in July 1989. Helping Swansea finish sixth in the top-flight in 1981-82, he scored twice in 26 First division games before moving to AFC Bournemouth in August 1983. Ex-England Youth midfielder Charlie Hartfield played for SwanseaCity during the 1997-98 campaign. He died in Northampton in August 1981. He established himself in the side and was a regular as the club won the League One title in 2008. RON TURNBULLCentre-forward Ron Turnbull topped Swansea's goalscoring charts in two consecutive seasons. STEPHEN DOBBIEThe Glasgow-born striker began his career at Scottish giants Rangers, but after finding his playing time restricted he moved to Hibernian, before joining St Johnstone and then Queen of the South. Sold to Celtic for 750,000 in August 1995, he joined Hibernian in November 1996, then played for Ayr United before managing Falkirk, Hibernian, Livingston and Hartlepool. His outstanding performances earned him the Wales Player of the Year award for 2012 and he went on to follow Brendan Rodgers to Liverpool in a 15million deal in the summer after 128 appearances (35 as sub) and seven goals. Ex-Welsh international winger Gil Reece briefly played for Swansea City during the 1976-77 campaign. Starring in two consecutive Welsh Cup final triumphs, he netted 27 goals in 98 League games prior to joining Sunderland in January 1983. Welsh Youth winger Nigel French played under three managers while at Swansea City. Frank Burrows paid 60,000 for him in July 1995 and he netted seven goals in 46 League games for Swansea before being sold to Northampton Town for 40,000 in July 1997. YVES MAKALAMBY Yves grew up in Brussels and the goalkeeper started his professional career with Premier League side Chelsea in 2006, but never played a first team game for the club. Later player-manager of Worcester City and Garw Athletic, he then worked as a lorry driver and remained in South Wales until his death in May 2002. Locally born, he played for Plasmarl and Clydach United before moving to the Vetch Field in October 1953. Later playing for local clubs Bonymaen Athletic and Hillside, he worked as a fettler at the RTB Works in Landone, then was steward of the Bonymaen Sports & Social Club. He missed the start of the season after suffering a knee injury in pre-season training and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 win at home to Brighton in November 1996. He left the club at the conclusion of his deal in July 2022. During his first game as a permanent Swan, he helped the squad to a first ever away league win at Anfield. He helped Palace reach the FA Cup final in 1990, then win the ZDS Cup in 1991 and First Division title in 1993-94. A former Manchester United trainee, he turned professional in February 1996 and was loaned to Wrexham before making his Premiership debut at Chelsea in October 1999. Wales were the last side from the Home Nations without a player reaching 100 caps. The following season saw Dorus play in the victorious Wembley win over Reading to reach the Premier League for the first time, but the goalkeeper surprisingly opted to sign for fellow top-flight side Wolves instead after 203 appearances. He netted four goals in 49 League outings for Swansea prior to joining Carlisle United in August 1992. Initially with Fleur-de-Lys, he moved via Lovells Athletic to Cardiff City for 2,500 in May 1956 and appeared in the top-flight. Welsh Youth central defender Barrie Thomas briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1971-72 campaign. Brought in to the club on loan from Chelsea by manager Brendan Rodgers at the end of the 2011 season, Borini immediately hit the headlines by scoring twice on his debut against Nottingham Forest. He starred as the Swans reached the FA Cup semi-finals in 1963-64, then won the Welsh Cup in 1966 and promotion in 1969-70. Scoring once in 76 League outings for Swansea, he had spells with Cork Hibernians and Soudifiord before joining Crewe in October 1981. He had spells with Hyde United and Connah's Quay Nomads prior to joining Barry Town in June 1995 and helped them win the League of Wales title in two consecutive seasons. Locally born, he was a second year trainee at the Vetch Field when he came on as substitute for Jason Jones in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Bury in March 2001. His first season at the club was a great success, winning the Player of the Season award, before a loan move to the Liberty Stadium in January 2012. Follow your favorite high school teams and players. Joining Bury in December 1993, he starred as they twice won promotion and followed Stan Ternent to Burnley for 225,000 in February 1999. Trevor Morris paid 6,500 for him in October 1961 and he netted three goals in 16 Second Division games for Swansea before being sold to Brighton for 7,000 in July 1962. Initially with Abercregan YMCA, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in August 1948 and made his League debut in Swansea's 0-0 draw at Brentford in October 1949. Signing professional for Millwall in January 1970, he joined York City in July 1971 and moved to Swansea for 8,000 in August 1973. This led to a summer (June 2006) move for the midfielder and he quickly won over the fans with his playing style and eye for goal. Versatile full-back Paul Gardner briefly played for Swansea City during the 1984-85 campaign. RAY WALLACEEngland U-21 midfielder Ray Wallace had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1991-92 season. He was a member of Swansea Rugby & Cricket Club committee until his death in September 2000. He also featured in two West Wales Senior Cup triumphs before making his League debut in Swansea's 6-1 defeat at Sheffield United in August 1950. He moved to Southend United in December 1971 and helped them win promotion that season. KRISTIAN O'LEARYVersatile former Welsh Youth international Kris O'Leary was Player of the Year in Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion and Welsh Cup 'double' triumph. Eventually, it was Everton that secured his services in 2016, but he was a little past his best by the time he rocked up at Goodison Park. Moved to Kent League champions Sittingbourne in July 1958. He later worked as a fireman at Fernhill Tower Colliery and died in Treherbert in March 1986. Signing professional for Southampton in July 1987, he had limited top-flight opportunities behind Derek Statham prior to joining Exeter City for 50,000 in September 1991. Moving to Doncaster Rovers in July 1974, he had a spell with Portland Timbers before joining Swansea in September 1976. He tried to make a comeback but with his contract up he was free to leave and went back to Holland with Utrecht. GILBERT BEECHLong-serving left-back Gilbert Beech featured in Swansea's 1950 Welsh Cup final success. Experienced midfielder Les Chappell starred in Swansea City's 1977-78 promotion success. The centre-back served the Swans with distinction, and captain the club in all four divisions. Goalkeeper Ron Howells was capped twice by Wales after leaving Swansea. He has also coached at Leeds United. Whatever the case may be, Savage was given his chance to shine in the Premier League with Leicester in 1997, and it was an opportunity he seized with both hands. He became Swansea's player-boss in February 1978, netting 25 goals in 63 League games and plotting three Welsh Cup final triumphs. SHAUN CHAPPLEWelsh U-21 midfielder Shaun Chapple featured in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. Gareth Bale, pictured here in 2015, is a six-time winner of the award. His time at Dundee saw him feature mainly from the bench, though he did score the winner in a Scottish Cup semi-final. Ex-England Youth winger Dave Dodson scored in Swansea's 1960 West Wales Senior Cup final success. He worked in the club's commercial department for a spell before going on to manage Welsh clubs Bangor City, Newport County and Carmarthen. PHIL WILLIAMSEx-Welsh Youth winger Phil Williams featured in Swansea City's 1987-88 promotion campaign. Also played for Manchester City and New York City FC before retiring. Signing professional for Coventry in 1994, he made his Premiership debut in their 2-1 defeat at Middlesbrough in September 1995. Despite some impressive displays in midfield, and two goals for the club, his efforts couldnt secure the clubs Premier League status and he then returned to his parent club Leicester. It was an injury to Dorus de Vries that brought Konstantopoulos to the Liberty in October 2008, playing six games before moving to Cardiff City where he played nine times. MARTIN THOMASMidfielder Martin Thomas featured prominently in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Sold to Dunfermline for 120,000 in September 1999, he moved via Falkirk to Swansea in August 2002 and scored twice in nine League games. His only other Fourth Division appearance was in Swansea's 3-1 reverse at Halifax and he joined Fulham in January 1978. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1976 and he netted five goals in 67 League games for Swansea before becoming youth team coach. He was a Second Division play-off finalist that season and loaned to Swansea in November 2004, briefly featuring in the 2004-05 promotion campaign. In August 2011 he left the Liberty after 43 appearances (20 as sub) and two goals, signing for Bournemouth in a 125,000 deal and was part of Cherries side that won promotion to the Championship. His first season was a success, but he struggled for game time thereafter and found himself out on loan at Willem II. He was a member of their 1960 FA Cup final squad and joined Swansea for 10,000 in July 1962. Signing professional for Tottenham Hotspur in August 1950, he was a member of their 1950-51 League Championship squad but had limited top-flight chances as Harry Clarke's understudy. 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