John Pender (footballer)

John Pender

Personal information
Full name	John Patrick Pender
Date of birth	19 November 1963
Place of birth	Luton, England
Height	6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Playing position	Defender
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps^†	(Gls)^†
1981–1985	Wolverhampton Wanderers	117	(3)
1985–1987	Charlton Athletic	41	(0)
1987–1990	Bristol City	83	(3)
1990–1995	Burnley	171	(8)
1995–1997	Wigan Athletic	70	(1)
1997–1999	Rochdale	15	(0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only. † Appearances (goals)

John Patrick Pender (born 19 November 1963) is a retired English professional footballer who played as a central defender. He is one of only two Burnley captains to have led the side to two promotions, the other being Martin Dobson.

He was capped five times by the Republic of Ireland Under-21 side and now lives in Telford.

References

• John Pender career stats at the Post-War Players Database