Who was the first 1000000 goalkeeper?

Martyn was transferred to Crystal Palace for a fee of £1 million in 1989, becoming the first goalkeeper to attract a million-pound transfer fee in English football.

Who was the first 1 million pound goalkeeper?

Martyn moved to Crystal Palace in 1989 where he became the first million- pound goalkeeper in British Football. He remained at Palace for seven seasons and made 349 appearances for the club. In 1996, Martyn signed for Leeds United, setting another record fee for a goalkeeper at £2.25 million.

What is Nigel Martyn doing now?

A former Cornwall schools representative team cricketer, Martyn currently plays Sunday cricket as a wicket-keeper and has played regularly for local teams near his Harrogate home including Leeds Modernians and Knaresborough. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.

Who did Nigel Martyn play for?

Nigel MARTYN - League appearances. - Leeds United FC.

Who did Nigel Quashie play for?

I am a professional footballer who has played at the highest level in the Premier League, Championship and a Scotland international. I have represented Queens Park Rangers, Nottingham Forest, Portsmouth, Southampton, West Bromwich Albion, West Ham United, Birmingham City, Wolves.

BBC interview with former Liverpool goalkeeper - so heartwarming

Who did Nigel Adkins play for?

Adkins played as a goalkeeper for Tranmere Rovers and Wigan Athletic. He finished his playing career and began his managerial career at Welsh club Bangor City before spells at Scunthorpe United (where he had previously been the club physiotherapist) and Southampton, where he led both clubs to promotion.

Is Nigel Pearson Married?

Personal life. Pearson and his wife, Nicky, have a daughter, Hannah, and a son, former professional footballer James.

What happened with Nigel Pearson?

Tributes have been paid to the sports journalist and commentator Nigel Pearson. His family said the 52-year-old died on Friday after being taken ill suddenly earlier in the week. Mr Pearson, a former BBC Radio Humberside speedway reporter, went on to work on national TV and radio.

Who is Nigel football commentator?

Nigel James Spackman (born 2 December 1960) is an English football manager, former professional footballer and sports television pundit.

Who is 100 goal goalkeeper?

The record for most goals is held by the Brazilian Rogério Ceni, with 131 goals. He scored his 100th goal in a 2–1 win for São Paulo on 27 March 2011.

Who is the 200cm goalkeeper?

Thibaut Courtois – 200cm – 6ft 7 in – Goalkeeper – Belgium.

Has there ever been a 99 goalkeeper?

99: The most expensive goalkeeper - Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Who was the first 1.5 million pound footballer?

If ever there was a case of right player, right club but wrong time it was surely personified in Steve Daley's record-breaking move to City in September 1979. The former midfielder will forever be woven into City's rich fabric for carrying the distinction of being our first million-pound signing.

Who was the 1st 10 million pound footballer?

It was only in 1992 that Jean-Pierre Papin became the first player to move for a fee in excess of £10 million. Just two decades later, we are talking about a figure of 10 times that magnitude.

Who is the legendary goalkeeper?

Who is the greatest goalkeeper of all time? Italian Gianluigi Buffon holds the record of the world's best goalkeeper because he has the most wins in history. He is closely followed by Manuel Neuer and Iker Casillas.

What is Bristol City nickname?

The club's home colours are red and white, and their nickname is The Robins—a robin featured on the club's badge from 1976 to 1994 and from 2019 onwards.

Is Nigel Pearson ill?

A huge turnout of family, friends and the general public paid their respects as beloved sports broadcaster Nigel Pearson's funeral took place at St Benedict's Church in Wombourne. The multi-sports broadcaster passed away in hospital last month at the age of 52, following a sudden illness.

Who is Nigel ex Arsenal player?

Arsenal have been blessed with quality, consistent left-backs for decades. Many would argue that the best of those was Nigel Winterburn. The Midlander served the Club for 13 years, holding down a permanent spot in 'The Back Four' during the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s.

Who does Nigel de Jong support?

City Magazine: World Cup special!

And the combative Dutch star sees similarities between the playing style he adopted during his playing career and that of Phillips. “I'm a big fan of Kalvin Phillips,” said De Jong. “I've seen him with Leeds and also at Euro 2020 and he was one of the outstanding players for England.

Where is Nigel Adkins now?

He went on to make another 200 professional appearances and while rehabbing, he started to get his physio qualifications. 'Always learning', Adkins took the injury as an opportunity to add a string to his bow. He's also become a qualified coach and sports scientist in the years since.