After breaking into the first team squad in 2005 he was a regular until the club gained promotion to the Championship in 2008. He enjoyed a memorable senior debut scoring the winning goal against Sheffield United just 29 seconds after being introduced off the bench on the opening day of the season. ANDY MUMFORDWelsh U-21 midfielder Andy Mumford featured in Swansea City's 2002 West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. He joined Hednesford in July 1997, then played for Hereford United and Warley Borough. 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. He was loaned to Swansea in March 1991 and helped win the Welsh Cup, then rejoined Swansea for 20,000 in August 1994 and netted 23 goals in 106 League games before joining CardiffCity for 20,000 in July 1997. DIL JOHNFormer Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Dil John contested a first-team slot with George Heyes while at Swansea. Exciting winger Micky Conway featured in Swansea City's 1977-78 promotion success. Following a trial with Cardiff City, during which time he played against the Swans in a Combination match, he joined Merthyr Tydfil in July 2005. Capped by Finland 62 times, Kuqi was an imposing striker who has had something of a nomadic existence after playing over 500 times during his career and scoring 150 goals. Rugged central defender Neil Sharp featured in Swansea City's 2002 West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. Inside-forward Eddie Thomas scored in Swansea's 1963-64 FA Cup sixth round victory at Liverpool. Previously with Aberaman, he moved to Swansea in July 1995 and made his League debut in the 2-0 victory at home to Doncaster in January 1997. Brilliant left-back Chris Coleman was capped 31 times by Wales after leaving Swansea City. 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. After being released by Birmingham City in 2010, he signed with League One side Exeter City. Playing just behind the striker, Allchurch had great movement around the penalty box, impeccable technique and was lethal with his left foot. Reuniting with Terry Yorath at Swansea in January 1991, he made 12 Third Division appearances while at the Vetch Field before a knee injury ended his career in May 1991. 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. MARC GOODFELLOWTricky winger Marc Goodfellow had two spells at Swansea City. He was loaned to Scarborough prior to joining Emley in March 1998, then reunited with several former Hull players at Gainsborough Trinity. Returned to English football with a successful spell at Leeds, again highlighting his undoubted quality. Seville-born Pouzelo began at his local club side Real Betis, progressing from the B team to the first eleven in October 2011 with a debut against Levante. Moving to Swindon Town in September 1965, he returned to Swansea for 4,000 in June 1968 and helped win promotion in 1969-70. Joining Southampton as part of the Alf Ramsey deal in May 1949, he moved to Bristol City as player-coach in November 1951. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 1990 and helped Swansea reach the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. Featuring in their 1965-66 Welsh League title triumph, he played for Pembroke Borough, Haverfordwest, Llanelli and Ammanford. THE Welsh Football Data Archive (WFDA) involved a number of researchers and historians within Wales and beyond, had a number of aims. ALAN SANDERSStrong-tackling right-back Alan Sanders appeared in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final success. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 1990 and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 defeat at Cambridge United in May 1991. Nigerian striker Adebayo Akinfenwa scored the winner in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final triumph. He failed to secure a first-team slot at Bristol City before moving to the Vetch Field in August 1948 and made his League debut in place of Jim Feeney in Swansea's 3-1 defeat at Leyton Orient the following month. His solitary League appearance was as substitute in the following month's 2-0 defeat at home to Plymouth Argyle. A former Wolves amateur, he moved to the Vetch Field in August 1944 and helped Swansea win the London Combination Cup in 1947. Later with Llanelli, Maesteg Park, Barry Town and Goytre. Signing professional for Burnley in May 1967, he helped win the FA Youth Cup in 1968 and made his First Division debut in their 3-0 defeat at Everton in August 1968. Moving to Kidderminster in August 2003, then played for Bath City and Redditch. Former Welsh U-21 right-back Terry Evans played under three different managers while at SwanseaCity. Christie joined Swans on loan from Fulham in January 2022. His solitary Second Division appearance came in place of Billy Lucas in Swansea's 4-1 defeat at Bury in April 1952. He played 86 League games before joining Tranmere Rovers in June 1983. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in April 1950 and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at Hull City in September 1952. ALAN WILKINSYoung midfielder Alan Wilkins provided reliable cover for Brayley Reynolds while at the Vetch Field. He was loaned to Swansea in October 2003, playing four League games while at the Vetch Field. HERBIE WILLIAMSLong-serving Welsh international inside-forward Herbie Williams was capped three times while at Swansea. He represented the Boys Club of Wales and was an apprentice at the Vetch Field before turning professional in August 1982. He was ever-present in 1959-60 and starred in the 1961 Welsh Cup final success, joining Middlesbrough for 25,000 in October 1962. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1976 and he netted five goals in 67 League games for Swansea before becoming youth team coach. He netted eight goals in 88 League outings prior to joining Hartlepool in October 1977. He failed to secure a first-team slot at Bristol City before moving to the Vetch Field in August 1948 and made his League debut in place of Jim Feeney in Swansea's 3-1 defeat at Leyton Orient the following month. Jordan had started his career at Marseille before a loan move to Sochaux and a permanent switch to Lorient prior to his 2015 transfer to Villa. He was sold to Exeter City for 6,000 in February 1981 but missed that season's FA Cup run and moved via Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea in March 1985. Welsh U-23 midfielder Geoff Thomas was an influential figure in Swansea's 1969-70 promotion success. IZZY IRIEKPENEx-England Youth central defender Izzy Iriekpen made a significant contribution to Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion and FAW Cup 'double' success. Featuring in their 1951-52 promotion campaign, he joined Worcester City in August 1957 and later had spells with Chester, Ton Pentre and Barry. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in April 1950 and made his League debut in Swansea's 4-1 defeat at Leicester City in February 1954. BILLY REEDFormer Welsh international winger Billy Reed appeared for Swansea during the 1957-58 season. He signed alongside team-mate Jose Canas, joining a list of seven Spaniards already at the club. He scored the third goal in that memorable play-off final win over Reading at Wembley and featured for the Swans in their opening Premier League clash against Manchester City the following August. Initially with Abercynon, he joined Cardiff City in July 1945 and featured prominently in their 1946-47 Third Division (South) title triumph. Also featuring in the 1980-81 promotion campaign, he joined NewportCounty for 80,000 in December 1980, then Mansfield, Hartlepool and Peterborough. After spells at Hereford, Walsall and Exeter, he helped Cardiff win promotion in 1998-99, then played for York City and Darlington. Signing professional for Aston Villa in September 1987, he moved via Arsenal to Sheffield United in August 1991 and helped them reach the FA Cup semi-finals in 1992-93. Wing-half Peter Davies featured in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final success. Later with Llanelly, Ammanford, Milford United, Haverfordwest and Bettws, he was a foreman at AWCO in Swansea, then a caretaker in the St David's Centre and died locally in October 2001. Locally born, the grandson of former Swans favourite Rory Keane, he impressed with Mumbles Rangers before signing professional for Swansea in July 1997. REG DAVIESFormer Welsh international inside-forward Reg Davies helped Swansea win the Welsh Cup in 1961. Ghana international Jordan followed in the footsteps of elder brother Andre when he joined the Swans from Aston Villa in January 2017in a player exchange deal that saw Neil Taylor and a small fee go the other way. Welsh international outside-left Graham Williams featured in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final triumph. Leaving Villa in 2010 he signed for Coventry and Carlisle before playing non-league football for Nuneaton Borough and then Stockport. He moved via Bulova to Manchester City in August 1983 and was leading marksman in 1983-84, then had a spell at Burnley before reuniting with John Bond at Swansea in January 1985. The son of former Welsh international winger Donato Nardiello, he was a scholar at Manchester United and turned professional in November 1999. JOE DAVISExperienced defender Joe Davis was a Billy Lucas signing for Swansea. Featuring in Swansea's 1966 Welsh Cup final triumph, he scored once in 165 League games before joining Worcester City in August 1966 and later assisted several Welsh League clubs. Signing professional for Rotherham United in February 1965, he was leading marksman in 1966-67 and moved to Blackburn Rovers for 20,000 plus Alan Gilliver in May 1968. Initially with hometown Blackpool, where his father Len became club president, he joined Swansea in July 1977. The son of former BristolCity forward Tommy Howarth, he began with Merthyr Tydfil and helped them win the Southern League title in 1947-48, moving to Aston Villa for 6,500 in June 1948. He moved to Swansea as player-boss in February 1996 and netted three goals in 41 League games while at the Vetch Field before leaving in October 1997. A further injury in September 1986 ended his playing career and he remained in the Exeter area for several years. Signing professional at the Vetch Field in February 1984, he made his League debut in Swansea's 2-2 draw at home to Leeds United three months later. Sold to Carlisle United for 20,000 in June 1970, he was a key figure as they reached the top-flight in 1973-74, then played for Doncaster Rovers and Gainsborough. JIMMY GILLIGANEx-England Youth striker Jimmy Gilligan was Swansea City's top scorer in 1990-91. He joined Blackpool for 80,000 in December 1977 and reunited with John Toshack at the Vetch Field for 20,000 in August 1981. He later played for Aylesbury, St Albans, Chertsey, Bedford and Berkhamsted, also working for Chelsea's football in the community scheme. Locally born, he signed professional for Plymouth Argyle in February 1952 and joined Swansea in August 1958. He moved to the Vetch Field in February 1975 and contested a first-team slot with Geoff Bray, netting four goals in 20 Fourth Division games for Swansea prior to re-joining Bridgend in August 1976. Moving to the Vetch Field for 5,000 in November 1949, he was ever-present in two consecutive seasons and contested a first-team slot with Dai Thomas. PAT LALLYExperienced midfielder Pat Lally helped Swansea City win promotion in 1977-78. He netted three goals in 157 League games for Swansea before re-joining Merthyr in July 1958, then reunited with his brother Cyril at Hereford United and Brecon Corinthians. Goalkeeper Dave Jones contested a first-team slot with Johnny King and Ken Evans while at the Vetch Field. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and signed professional in June 1984. He revived his career with Garden Village before re-joining Winch Wen. PAT MORRISSEYFormer Republic of Ireland U-23 midfielder Pat Morrissey had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1977-78 promotion campaign. JOHN O'SULLIVANIrish winger John O'Sullivan was Billy McCandless' first signing for Swansea. He played for Legiero before leaving his native country during the uprising in 1956 and settled in Doncaster. A tall, gangly striker, Abraham spent the 2017-18 season on loan with the Swans from parent club Chelsea. A former Wolves scholar, he made his League debut in their 3-2 defeat at home to Cardiff City two months before turning professional in November 2004. 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. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field and impressed in a successful reserve team before making his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 victory at home to Grimsby in November 1962. ALLAN HUGHES Teenage right-back Allan Hughes briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1968-69 season. Striker and Scottish international Oli McBurnie joined the Swans from Bradford City aged 19 and spent time in the clubs under-21 and under-23 sides before loan moves to Newport County and then Bristol Rovers. With his nation participating in their first-ever Euros, Bale played a starring role on the big occasion. He helped the side win promotion to Serie A during his time there, before arriving at the Liberty Stadium in September 2011. RAY POWELLVersatile forward Ray Powell was a fringe member of Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title squad. Welsh international striker Alan Curtis was an influential figure in Swansea City's thrilling rise under John Toshack. Scotland U-21 striker John Hendry had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1994-95 campaign. He returned to the Football League with Ipswich and QPR. He was a part of the Dutch squad for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. In August 2016, Ashley signed for Everton for 12 million after staring for Wales in the Euros where they reached the semi-finals. He became their player-boss, then worked in the licensed trade and was a sub-postmaster in Swansea. In 2014-15 he managed the Swans to their best finish - eighth - and highest points total - 56 - in the Premier League. Goalkeeper Lee Bracey was a key figure in Swansea City's 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph. DANNY BARTLEYEx-England Youth international left-back Danny Bartley starred as Swansea City won promotion in two consecutive seasons under John Toshack. Making a significant contribution as the Swans reached the League One play-off final in 2005-06, he joined MK Dons in January 2007 and helped them qualify for the play-offs. Moving to Swansea in January 2003, he netted three goals in 40 League outings before returning to Burnley in March 2004. Scoring for both sides in the 1981 FA Cup final, he reunited with John Bond at Burnley in August 1983, then Swansea in July 1985. In the absence of captain Garry Monk, he also skippered the club on numerous occasions and picked up the Player of the Year award at the end of the 2009-10 season before helping to guide the club to the Premier League the following campaign. Welsh U-21 midfielder Layton Maxwell appeared for Swansea City during the closing weeks of the 2003-04 season. He made 57 League appearances before displaced by Dai Davies and moved to Ryoden in July 1982. A former Leicester City trainee, he impressed with Worcester City before moving to the Vetch Field in July 1992. Born in New Zealand, he signed professional for Barnsley in March 1999 and made his League debut in their 4-0 defeat at home to Preston in April 2001. He played for Swindon and Lincoln before moving to Cardiff City in July 1987. He then played for CradleyTown, Stafford Rangers, Moor Green, Telford United, Stourbridge, Rothwell, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Gresley, Stratford, Stourport Swifts, Hednesford and Cradley again. After two years with Australian side Perth Azzurri, appearing alongside ex-Swans Colin Irwin and Tony Guard, he also played for Haverfordwest before becoming Swanseas player liaison officer. After loan spells at Haverfordwest and Merthyr, he joined Bohemians in November 1998. Later with Cork City and Galway United. He appeared in the top-flight before joining Swansea for 5,000 in February 1959, netting 18 goals in 91 Second Division games until breaking a leg. He featured in their 1981 League Cup final triumph and John Toshack paid a club record 340,000 for him in August 1981. 'The Pearl' starred for Jamaican side Arnett Gardens and played for his country in the 1998 World Cup, then had a spell with Colorado Foxes in the United States before John Hollins signed him in October 1999. Casey was on the books at the Liberty Stadium as a youth team player, playing mainly as a striker but also a midfielder when needed. Signing professional for Newcastle United in August 1995, he was loaned to Swansea in January 1997 and scored five times in 11 Third Division games whilst at the Vetch Field. A former Sunderland apprentice, he signed professional in October 1983 and moved to the Vetch Field on a non-contract basis in September 1984. Left Swansea in 2008 after three appearances to join Ross County, Grimsby and Maidstone. He became a popular member of the squad, winning the Player of the Year award in 2003-04. His son and grandson, both named Warren, also played for Northern Ireland. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and turned professional in July 2000. However, following a change of manager at the Riverside Stadium, Emnes found opportunities limited and he joined the Swans on loan in October 2010. Peterson racked up a total of 11 appearances for the Jacks in all competitions and scored one goal which came against Cambridge United in the EFL Cup in 2019. He played four successive Second Division games in place of the injured Beech and also helped Swansea reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1950-51. He turned pro in July 1993 and helped take Middlesbrough to an FA Cup third round replay in 1994-95, playing 23 League games for Swansea prior to joining Merthyr in August 1996. He failed to make an impact and was loaned to Swansea in December 2002. After a short spell in Belgium with Genk, he now plays his football in Toronto. 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. He followed Alan Buckley to West Brom for 65,000 in February 1995 and reunited with Keith Alexander at Ilkeston Town in July 1997. He helped them qualify for the League One play-offs in 2006-07, and then promotion. Signing professional for Blackpool in October 1995, he caused a stir when sold to Everton for 90,000 the following week but failed to secure a regular place in the Premiership. Learn about Wales' fascinating history and discover a country full of rich culture, heritage and tradition. He became Bolton's captain and gained his solitary Welsh cap against Belgium in May 1949. He helped the reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1961-62 and moved to Ton Pentre in July 1965. He turned professional with Arsenal in January 1980 and made his League debut whilst on loan to Hereford United in March 1983. Featuring in their 1980-81 promotion campaign, he later played for Boston and Burton Albion before working for the PFA. Also featuring the FAW Cup final triumph over Wrexham, he made four consecutive League One appearances as Kenny Jackett's side qualified for the play-offs. MATTHEW BOUNDRugged central defender Matt Bound was an important figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Welsh U-21 winger Jonathan Coates featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Sold to Hearts for 15,000 in December 1974, he reunited with Jimmy Scoular at Newport County in October 1976 and later played for Barry Town. Scoring once in 14 League games, he joined Barry Town in July 1993 and featured in their 1993-94 Welsh League title and Welsh Cup 'double' triumph. Later with Haverfordwest and Cardiff City again, he helped Barry Town win the Welsh League title in 1988-89, then played for Aberystwyth. Fast striker Linton Brown appeared for Swansea City in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. He overcame a knee injury to score four goals in 11 Fourth Division games prior to joining Newport County in September 1969, then played for Barry and Bridgend again before emigrating to Australia. Scoring three goals in 21 League outings, he later played for Rochdale, Airdrie, Macclesfield and Curzon Ashton. Netting 78 goals in 198 League games, he joined Pembroke Borough in August 1968 and gave them seven years' service. Utility player Kim Wassall briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1984-85 season. Making 42 Fourth Division appearances while at the Vetch, he was loaned to Cardiff City in September 1978, then played for Bridgend. LEE JONESGoalkeeper Lee Jones was a non-playing substitute in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. He taught at Afan Taff High School in Troedyrhiw until retirement and died in March 1997. He rejoined Swansea in March 1985 and netted 43 goals in 127 League games, then played for Barry and Llanelli. Appearing in the 1967-68 FA Cup run, 1969 Welsh Cup final and 1969-70 promotion campaign, he played 80 League games prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1970, then assisted Caerau. He was sold to Sheffield Wednesday for 50,000 in February 1975 and had a spell with Sparta Rotterdam before joining Stockport County in September 1978. MARTIN THOMASMidfielder Martin Thomas featured prominently in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. The speedy winger impressed and attracted interest from a number of clubs. Signing professional for Halifax in January 1983, he made his League debut the following month and impressed in a struggling side. He made his League debut in Swansea's 3-1 defeat at home to York City three months later and played two further Third Division games that season, at home to Rotherham United and Bristol Rovers, before being released by John Bond in May 1985. Former Welsh U-21 goalkeeper Mark Kendall featured in Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. DAVE ROBERTSWinger Dave Roberts played for Swansea City during the 1974-75 season. He later played for South African side Germiston Callies, then Ammanford. 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