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KITCH FISHERGinger-haired full-back Kitch Fisher was an imposing figure in Swansea's defence in the immediate post-war era. His first season was a success, but he struggled for game time thereafter and found himself out on loan at Willem II. He was brought to the club on a season-long loan from Liverpool in July 2007 and the youngster proved a big hit in his one and only season at the Liberty. Moving to Llanelly in August 1948, he later played for Milford United, Carmarthen Town, Caerau Athletic and Port Talbot where he became secretary. He followed Steve McClaren to Middlesbrough with Jonathan Greening for 1,500,000 in August 2001 and reunited with Brian Flynn on loan to Swansea in September 2003, scoring twice in 12 League outings. Versatile forward Syd Howarth helped Swansea reach the FA Cup fifth round in 1951-52. Starts were harder to come by in his second year, but he was a valuable squad player and turned out 37 times for the Swans. A complete central midfielder, Ramsey is hardworking in all aspects of his game yet is still technically sound, he possesses flair with grit interlinked in his style. A former Orient apprentice, he turned professional in July 1970 and was ever-present as they reached the FA Cup sixth round in 1971-72. Most notably, Saunders chipped in with 12 goals in the. A former Leicester City apprentice, he turned professional in January 1986 and was a consistent goalscorer, joining Bradford City for 25,000 in July 1992. IJAH ANDERSONAttacking left-back Ijah Anderson featured in Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion success. Previously with Ammanford, he moved to Swansea in December 1961 and scored on his first-team debut in Swansea's 3-1 League Cup second round victory at home to Swindon in September 1964. A hard-working striker, he found it difficult to get first team games and made his only league appearance at Coventry City in 2009, and featuring in a League Cup tie at home to Scunthorpe. DENNIS JOHNHard-tackling full-back Dennis John played for Swansea during the 1958-59 campaign. Roy Bentley signed him in July 1972 and he made three League appearances for struggling Swansea prior to joining BP Llandarcy in August 1973. A leader on the field and a regular goalscorer from midfield for Accrington, he found it difficult at the Liberty to secure a place in the starting line-up and after only one season returned to his former club on a free transfer after 39 appearances (11 as sub). Signing professional for West Ham in July 1995, under his father Frank and uncle Harry Redknapp, he was loaned to Swansea in October 1995 and scored once in nine Second Division games while at the Vetch Field. The Spaniard arrived from Espanyol on a one-year deal and featured for Spain in their Under-16 European Championship winning team, playing alongside Fernando Torres. After two seasons at Portman Road he began a period of club hopping, featuring for QPR, Derby and the Swans on short-term deals. He died in Llanfyrnach in January 1981. He made his Premier League debut at home to Newcastle United in early September, but a mixture of poor performances and constant injuries saw him struggle in Wales where he made just 12 Premier League appearances. ALBERT SERRANBarcelona-born Serran was a product of Espanyols youth system and was at the club for six seasons, playing in three La Liga games. DIXIE HALEIrish wing-half Dixie Hale was a member of Trevor Morris' squad at Swansea. GARY CHIVERSVersatile defender Gary Chivers played for Swansea City during the 1983-84 campaign. Versatile striker John Hughes helped Swansea City take Liverpool to an FA Cup third round replay in 1989-90. He was later a driving instructor and a Spurs scout in West Wales, residing in Haverfordwest until his death in November 1987. After a spell with Wycombe Wanderers, he reunited with Frank Burrows at Cardiff City in August 1999 and had spells as player-boss of Exeter City and Newport County. Scoring 164 goals in 445 League games overall for the Swans, he moved to Worcester City in July 1968, then was Haverfordwest's player-manager. 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 made his full international debut when he came on against Switzerland in Berne. Striker Tony Kellow made his solitary League appearance for Swansea City as substitute in a 2-0 defeat at Newport County in October 1984. JOHN ROBERTSYoung centre-forward John Roberts was Swansea's leading marksman in 1966-67. He moved to the Vetch Field in March 1987 and scored in Swansea's 1989 and 1991 Welsh Cup final triumphs, netting 26 goals in 191 League games before joining Cambridge United in March 1992. Locally born, he served in the RAF during the Second World War and turned professional at the Vetch Field in June 1946. Republic of Ireland U-21 left-back Shaun Byrne had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2003-04 season. Subsequently with Merthyr Tydfil, Caerau and Pontyclun's player-boss. His contract was cancelled by mutual consent shortly after Brian Flynn was appointed manager, re-joining Carmarthen in December 2002. His potential saw Premier League side Chelsea sign Sinclair for an initial fee of 200,000 and he made his debut against Wycombe in the League Cup semi-final in 2007. JOHN TOSHACKWelsh international striker John Toshack managed Swansea City from the Fourth Division to First. He reunited with Harry Griffiths at Merthyr Tydfil in July 1964, then became Ton Pentre's player-manager. He failed to secure a regular first-team slot and was loaned to Swansea in November 2001, making four consecutive League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Dutch-born Kenji - son of former Ajax, Huddersfield and Blackpool midfielder Dean - moved to England at a young age. He made 16 League appearances before re-joining Yeovil in June 2008. He was joint top scorer in 1956-57, netting 38 goals in 84 Second Division games before joining Liverpool in exchange for Roy Saunders plus 4,000 in March 1959. 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. A further injury in September 1986 ended his playing career and he remained in the Exeter area for several years. He reunited with Warren Joyce at Hull City in July 1999, but an ankle injury hampered his progress and he joined Halifax Town in August 2001. He netted 12 times in 34 League games overall prior to joining Hartlepool United for 10,000 in November 1988 and was top scorer in their 1990-91 promotion success. Players (48) Staff (1) Do you have a team photo? Initially with Watford, he then played for Atlantas and scored their winner in the 2001 Lithuanian Cup final. He made his debut as a substitute four days later, coming on against Stoke City at the Liberty Stadium in a 3-1 win. Signing professional for Newcastle United in November 1984, he moved to Swansea in August 1987 and scored in seven consecutive matches. Most notably, Saunders chipped in with 12 goals in the Premier League's first season as Aston Villa pushed Manchester United all the way in the title race. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch and made his League debut in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Hull on the final day of the 1991-92 season. Achievements: Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1971); 1964 NFL Champ; 4-time NFL MVP (1957,1958, 1963, 1965); 8-time first-team All-Pro (1957-1961, 1963-1965); All-Pro 2nd-team. NICO SCHRODERDutch goalkeeper Nico Schroder briefly played for Swansea City during the 1976-77 season. In 2009 Joe was given his first professional contract, making his first team debut in August 2010 in a 3-0 League Cup win over Barnet at the Liberty Stadium. MAMADY SIDIBEMali international striker Mamady Sidibe appeared for Swansea City during the 2001-02 season. Former Welsh U-21 right-back Terry Evans played under three different managers while at SwanseaCity. CHAD BONDThe Neath-born forward was a Welsh Semi-Pro international, who had loan spells with CF Balaguer, Ostersunds and Newport County during his time with the Swans after signing in July 2005. He impressed as an amateur in the reserves before making his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Blackburn Rovers in April 1972, also playing in that month's 1-1 draw against Plymouth. He made 12 Third Division appearances for Swansea before reuniting with Terry Cooper at Bristol City in February 1985. Versatile Welsh international Mel Charles was capped 21 times while at Swansea. Signing professional for Everton in October 1951, he was leading marksman in 1957-58 and moved to Blackburn Rovers as part of the Roy Vernon deal in February 1960. Joining Lincoln City in October 1952, he then played for Kettering Town and Bedworth United. He impressed with Buckleys in his native Llanelli before joining Swansea in December 1956 and made his League debut in the 2-2 draw at Huddersfield four months later. Welsh U-21 defender David Barnhouse provided reliable cover for Steve Jenkins while at Swansea. Previously with Lochee Harp, he joined Swansea in September 1957 and made his League debut in that month's 1-0 defeat at Barnsley. After a spell with Johannesburg Ramblers, he moved to Derby County in June 1961, then played for Wellington, Slavia Melbourne, Yugal and Llanelly. Joining Aston Villa in September 1992, he scored twice in their 1994 League Cup final success, then played for Galatasaray, Nottingham Forest, Sheffield United, Benfica and Bradford City. After two seasons at the club, Jazz was released to join up with his hometown academy at the Liberty Stadium. He joined Cardiff City for 85,000 in August 1992 and starred in their 1992-93 Third Division title and Welsh Cup 'double' success. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1975 and he scored 19 times in 46 Fourth Division outings for Swansea prior to joining Torquay United in November 1976. Wales went on to lose their next seven games. He later played for Northampton Town, Forest Green Rovers and Worcester again. Attacking midfielder Gary Cobb had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1989-90 campaign. JAMIE HARRISTeenage striker Jamie Harris briefly played for Swansea City during the 1997-98 campaign. His contract ended in the summer of 2007 and he opted to join Swansea alongside another former team-mate, Ferrie Bodde. He briefly played for French National Division side Istres, then joined Aberdeen in August 2002 and appeared in the Scottish Premier League before returning to France in May 2003, subsequently playing for Racing Club of Paris. In his first season at the club he helped the Swans to FAW Youth Cup glory over Cardiff City at Ninian Park. 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. Helping them win the First Division title in 1993-94, he moved to Blackburn Rovers for 2,800,000 in December 1995, then Fulham for 2,100,000 two years later. DES TRICKYoung central defender Des Trick featured in Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. The forward was a former Leeds, Bournemouth, Stockport and Luton striker who had appeared 20 times for his country before he signed for the Bluebirds in March 2007, making six appearances at Ninian Park. Helping them regain top-flight status in 1971-72, he joined Cardiff in June 1973, then Swansea in May 1975. Also featuring in the heart of Swansea's defence, he made 65 League appearances before rejoining Lovells Athletic in July 1949. Jamaican international striker Walter Boyd featured prominently in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title campaign. Moving to Bath City in December 2002, he was loaned to Cirencester Town before joining Weston-Super-Mare and helping them clinch promotion in 2002-03. JOHN HENDRYScotland U-21 striker John Hendry had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1994-95 campaign. In 2009 he took the opportunity to join Swansea where he joined fellow countryman Dorus de Vries and Ferrie Bodde. The next five seasons saw him cement his place in the Leicester City midfield, while along the way picking up Young Player and Player of the Year awards in various seasons. He was Norwich City's youngest-ever League debutant at 17 years 29 days old in April 1974 but had limited top-flight opportunities and joined Newcastle United for 150,000 in June 1979. Young defender Keith Hanvey spent the 1972-73 season on loan at Swansea City. Joining Plymouth Argyle in November 1983, he had a spell with Newport County before returning to Exeter again in July 1985, netting a club record 129 League goals and becoming their commercial manager. Signing professional for Sunderland in July 1991, he failed to secure a regular first-team slot and was loaned to Doncaster Rovers before joining Scarborough in December 1996. A former apprentice at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at Shrewsbury four months before turning professional in August 1971. France international Gomis took the opportunity to test himself in the Premier League after his contract expired at Lyon, signing on a free transfer for the Swans in June 2014. Players past and present sent emotional messages wishing Pele well . Former England U-21 winger David Smith was blighted by injury problems while at Swansea City. He joined the club on a three-month emergency loan in September 2008, making his debut in a 3-0 win over Southampton but later returning to Birmingham at the end of his loan spell after two appearances. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1976 and he netted five goals in 67 League games for Swansea before becoming youth team coach. A former Bournemouth apprentice, he followed John Benson to Norwich City in October 1979 and Manchester City in February 1981. His debut came against Manchester United at the Liberty Stadium in August, but he never became a regular in the side and within six months he hadjoined Sevilla on loan before completing a permanent move. Striker Bobby Owen had a loan spell at Swansea during the 1969-70 promotion season. Sold to Norwich City for 330,000 in August 1995, he was loaned to Northampton before joining Oldham Athletic for 165,000 in March 1997. 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. He helped Swansea qualify for the promotion play-offs in 1996-97 and 1998-99, netting 11 goals in 120 League games before reuniting with Jan Molby at Kidderminster in November 2001. Initially with Stonehouse Violet, he joined Cardiff City in October 1949 and made his League debut in the following month's 1-0 defeat at home to West Ham. To date, he has made just under 200 appearances in the Premier League. Featuring in two Welsh Cup final triumphs, he scored twice in 42 League games prior to joining Hartlepool in November 1983. We have got all the match results from 1892 to today along with great player profiles List of Liverpool Players - LFChistory - Stats galore for Liverpool FC! Dorus then signed for Nottingham Forest. A former Arsenal amateur, he joined Swansea initially on trial in 1950 and made his League debut in the 2-2 draw at home to Doncaster the following month. Moved to Scunthorpe in 2007, then Bristol City and Hamilton. He also helped Swansea qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, moving to Cheltenham Town in October 2002. He had few opportunities at the City Ground and was loaned to Swansea in October 2002, making five Third Division appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. 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. After finding regular first-team opportunities limited, he signed on loan with Welsh Premier League side Neath until the end of the season. He netted 11 goals in 152 League games before moving to Cardiff City in exchange for Roger Gibbins in October 1985. Scoring six times in 178 League games for Swansea prior to joining Chelmsford City in August 1971, he helped them win the Southern League title in 1971-72. He later worked as a fireman at Fernhill Tower Colliery and died in Treherbert in March 1986. Given his League debut as a substitute in that month's 1-0 defeat at Exeter City, he also came off the bench in the next two matches, both lost, at home to Leyton Orient and Bristol Rovers. He joined Derby County in October 1979 and moved via Bulova to Burnley in July 1984. Locally born, he played for Port Tennant Stars, Goytre United, Pontardawe and Carmarthen before moving to the Vetch Field in July 2002. His two seasons at the Liberty saw the player in and out of the side and after gaining promotion to the Premier League Cedric was given a free transfer after 42 appearances (14 as sub) and seven goals. He turned professional in July 2004 and joined Swansea on loan at the same time as his team-mate Kevin McLeod was signed for 60,000 in February 2005. The Welshman had barely played first-team football by this point, with only 2 senior games for Southampton FC of England. Settling back in his native Swansea, he later worked in the motor trade for many years until retirement and died in May 2003. He made his first-team debut in Swansea's 1-0 Milk Cup second round second-leg defeat at Colchester United in October 1983 and his solitary Second Division appearance was in that month's 1-0 reverse at home to Blackburn Rovers. Initially with Glenavon, he joined West Brom for 40,000 in September 1985 and moved to Wolves for 20,000 in March 1987. Helping win the Southern League title in 1979-80, he repeated the feat after following Lyn Jones to Merthyr Tydfil in July 1987, then played for Barry, Inter-Cardiff and Merthyr again. A catalogue of injury problems hampered his progress and he scored once in 104 League games before retiring on medical advice at 25 in January 2003. TERRY COTTONFormer Welsh Amateur international Terry Cotton was a member of Swansea's 1969-70 promotion squad. Overcoming a broken leg, he later had spells with Haverfordwest, Ton Pentre, Bridgend, Maesteg Park and Port Talbot. MIKE HOWARD Reliable left-back Mike Howard was an influential figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Finding his opportunities limited, he found himself loaned out to Swansea as cover for the injured Tom Williams. A former apprentice at the Vetch Field, he was given his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at Bury two months before signing professional in July 1971. RORY KEANETough-tackling Republic of Ireland international left-back Rory Keane featured prominently in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. Signing professional for West Ham in July 1987, he moved to the Vetch Field in August 1988 and helped Swansea take Liverpool to an FA Cup third round replay in 1989-90. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and helped win the West Wales Senior Cup before turning professional in October 1954. He appeared in the top-flight and moved to Port Vale in May 1976. Sold to Stockport County for 150,000 in February 2001, he joined Chesterfield in December 2001 and was leading scorer in 2003-04. He played for Aberbargoed and Pontllanfrath prior to joining Cardiff City in August 1978, helping them win promotion in 1982-83. He went on to manage Gillingham, facing the Swans in the FA Cup in 2019. SHAUN MacDONALD Shaun began his career at his home-town club, making his way through the Swans youth ranks to make his first team debut in 2005 in a 3-1 defeat against Reading in a League Cup tie. He helped qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93 and netted 16 goals in 149 League outings before being sold to Birmingham City for 350,000 in March 1996. He missed just one match in 1973-74 and was ever-present in 1976-77, scoring ten goals in 161 League games for the Swans before being sold to Doncaster Rovers for 19,500 in September 1978. He reunited with Harry Gregg at Shrewsbury Town in August 1968, then followed him to Swansea for 5,000 in January 1973. In July 2010 the loan move was made permanent and Marcos enjoyed three seasons with the Seagulls before joining Portsmouth at the beginning of 2013-14. He was twice leading marksman and joined Swansea in exchange for Ken Pound in August 1966, scoring ten goals in 40 League outings before moving to Chelmsford City in July 1968. Spent a number of years successfully developing talent in the Swans academy, before moving to Cypriot club Pafos in December 2019. Initially with Vipla Balaguer, he spent five seasons with Real Zaragoza before moving to Wigan Athletic in July 1995 with his team-mates Jesus Seba and Isidro Diaz. Popular Players Patrick Mahomes Tom Brady Ezekiel Elliott Saquon Barkley Aaron Rodgers Drew Brees Todd Gurley Khalil Mack Ben Roethlisberger Aaron Donald Kyler Murray 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. 6' 2 . After a short spell in Belgium with Genk, he now plays his football in Toronto. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 5-1 defeat at Bradford City four months before turning professional in July 1996. Rush is also Liverpools top scorer of all time with 346 goals. Albert was used as a central defender, though he could also play in midfield when required. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in April 1982. Locally born, the son of Roy Saunders, he turned professional for Swansea in June 1982 and netted 12 goals in 49 League outings, moving to Brighton in August 1985. Following a spell with Minnesota Kicks, he moved to the Vetch Field in January 1985 and scored once in 61 League games for Swansea prior to joining Peterborough United in August 1986. Prior to moving to south Wales on a temporary basis, he had shown promise making 19 senior appearances for Liverpool. He re-joined Swansea in July 2001 and netted 18 goals in 113 League games overall. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and signed professional for Swansea in July 1998, making his solitary League appearance as a substitute for Aidan Newhouse in the Swans' 1-1 draw at home to Carlisle United seven months later. He had a month at Cambridge United prior to joining Grays Athletic in November 2004, helping win the Conference South title and FA Trophy in 2004-05. After an impressive start to his time in Scotland he left after three years to join the Swans in September 2010, signing until the end of the season. He moved to Hereford United in July 1964 and was a promotion winner in 1964-65, then had spells with Haverfordwest and Ton Pentre before re-joining Swansea in March 1967. Joining Darlington for 95,000 in January 1992, he moved via Oxford United to Fulham in November 1994 and was a promotion winner in 1996-97. Though his most successful years were arguably behind him, Wales legend Ian Rush proved he could still cut the mustard when the Premier League was formed in 1992. He was also loaned to Blackpool, Sheffield United and Bristol Rovers but failed to secure a regular first-team slot at Ewood Park and joined Swansea in July 2002. Also featuring in the next match at Charlton Athletic, he was sold to Plymouth Argyle for 2,000 in June 1959 but failed to secure a first-team slot and joined Haverfordwest in July 1960. Given his League debut in Swansea's 4-0 defeat at home to Blackburn Rovers in September 1957, his only other Second Division appearance was in the 3-1 reverse against Rotherham two months later. Versatile midfielder Paul Bevan was a member of Harry Gregg's squad at Swansea City. DON PEARSONWing-half Don Pearson appeared for Swansea in the 1957 Welsh Cup final. Kingsley made his first team debut for Falkirk in a 2-1 win against Partick Thistle at just 16. Initially with Millwall, he joined Bradford City for 80,000 in November 1990 and played alongside Sean McCarthy. He was capped 32 times and moved to Swansea as player-coach in August 1954, succeeding Billy McCandless as player-boss a year later. Initially with Tranmere Rovers, he had spells with Wolves, Colchester United, Notts County and guested for several clubs during the Second World War before joining Newport County in June 1946. Laura McAllister receiving a Welsh cap from Robbie Savage (left) and Dean Saunders (right). He was Burton Albion's player-boss, then ran a post office in Burton for 27 years and died in February 1998. His son and grandson, both named Warren, also played for Northern Ireland. Welsh international goalkeeper Jack Parry featured in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. Initially with Dunstable, he joined Luton in 1971 and helped them win promotion to the top-flight in 1973-74. He quickly impressed in the Premiership, scoring on his England debut in October 1999 and joining Chelsea for 11,000,000 in July 2001. But the following season he moved on to Mallorca, with a brief loan spell at Racing Santander, before arriving in England on trial with Portsmouth and Birmingham, eventually finally signing for QPR in July 2009. He helped them win promotion in 1996-97, following Alan Cork to Swansea in June 1998. HUW LAKEEx-Welsh Schoolboy midfielder Huw Lake featured in Swansea City's 1983-84 relegation battle. He was a promotion winner again with Charlton in 1999-2000 and Reading in 2001-02, then played for Brentford. Initially with hometown Newport County, he joined Bristol Rovers in an exchange deal involving Wilf Smith in December 1946 and moved to the Vetch Field for 1,000 in November 1948. He was given his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 victory at Colchester United the following month but failed to make any further first-team appearances behind the experienced Vic Gomersall and moved to Pembroke Borough in August 1969. He netted ten goals in 56 League games before being sold to Watford for 100,000 in July 1997. 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. TERRY PHELANYoung left-back Terry Phelan was capped 42 times by Republic of Ireland after leaving Swansea City. Centre-forward Alfie Biggs played for Swansea during the 1968-69 season. Also featuring in the Swans' 4-1 Welsh Cup sixth round defeat at Wrexham in February 1977, his only other Fourth Division appearance was in the following month's 4-2 win at home to Aldershot. JAN MOLBYFormer Danish international midfielder Jan Molby managed Swansea City to the Third Division play-off final in 1996-97. He helped Swansea win the London Combination Cup in 1947 and made his League debut in the 3-2 defeat at Ipswich Town in January 1948. Abbott featured in the side that narrowly missed out on a place in the play-offs at the end of the 2006-07 season, before departing during the summer for Darlington after 18 appearances (nine as sub) and one goal. Terry Yorath paid 5,000, fixed by tribunal, for him in August 1988. He made his debut as a substitute in a 2-0 win over Gillingham and scored his only goal for the Swans in a 2-1 victory at Rotherham in Roberto Martinezs first game in charge. Duffy signed on loan for the Swans from Hull in February 2007 season, scoring five goals in five starts. MARK WILSONEngland U-21 midfielder Mark Wilson had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2003-04 season. Joined Norwich in 2009 after a loan spell at Swindon. Former Welsh Schoolboy midfielder Gerry Ingram featured in Swansea City's 1972-73 relegation battle. Helping the reserves win the Football Combination Second Division title in 1954-55, he netted four goals in 130 League games before joining Llanelli in August 1955. Signing professional for Nottingham Forest in April 1984, he was loaned to Bristol Rovers and joined Huddersfield Town for 30,000 in August 1985. He netted eight goals in 198 League games while at the Vetch Field before moving to Hereford United in March 1980, then played for TrowbridgeTown, Forest Green Rovers, Maesteg Park, Port Talbot, Bridgend and Llanelli. He was a prolific goalscorer for New York Metro Stars, Miami Fusion and New England Revolution, then had a spell with San Jose Earthquakes prior to joining Swansea in October 2000. He joined Bristol Rovers for 50,000 in January 1979, then Swindon Town in exchange for Brian Williams in July 1981. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at Leyton Orient seven months before signing professional in May 1997. He netted three goals in five League games for the Swans then played for Southport, Runcorn and Droylsden. He played in defence and midfield, helping Swansea twice qualify for the Third Division play-offs, then win the Third Division title in 1999-2000. The winger was also a vital member of Roberto Martinez side that clinched promotion to the Championship. KEITH LOWELoan central defender Keith Lowe featured in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final success. He joined Wolves for 90,000 in August 1979 and captained their 1980 League Cup final success, becoming Rotherham's player-boss in September 1981. His son Richard became Swansea's head physio. Right-half Ambrose Wilson was one of several Irish players signed by Swansea during the early post-war era. 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