British · Hexham, England · Born 18 January 1961English footballer and attacking midfielder/forward who starred for Liverpool and Newcastle, earning 59 England caps and reaching the 1990 World Cup semi-final
Peter Beardsley won two First Division titles and the FA Cup with Liverpool, forming a celebrated attacking partnership with Kenny Dalglish and John Barnes during one of the club's most successful eras. He earned 59 caps for England, playing at two World Cups, and his intelligent movement and technical ability made him one of the most well-regarded English forwards of the late 1980s and early 1990s across spells at Newcastle, Liverpool and Everton.
Key player in England's 1990 World Cup semi-final run
Despite his extraordinary talent, he never scored a goal at a World Cup — though he created numerous others.
Did You Know?How They Played
Creative attacking midfielder with excellent dribbling and passing ability
Lasting Impact
Regarded as one of England's most creative players of the late 1980s
Career Honours
- First Division 2x
- 59 England caps
- First Division 1988
- First Division 1990
- FA Cup 1989
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 1993–1997 | 129 | 47 | — |
| Liverpool | 1987–1991 | 175 | 59 | — |
| Bolton Wanderers | 1997–1998 | 21 | 4 | — |
| Vancouver Whitecaps | 1982–1983 | 31 | 20 | — |
| Manchester United | 1982–1983 | 1 | 0 | — |
| Everton | 1991–1993 | 81 | 25 | — |
| Fulham | 1998–1999 | 31 | 6 | — |
| Hartlepool United | 1999–2000 | 10 | 1 | — |
| Carlisle United | 1979–1982 | 104 | 22 | #10 |
| Manchester City | 1998–1998 | 3 | 0 | — |
 Great Britain | — | 59 | 9 | — |
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