Chris Lawler
Chris Lawler, nicknamed "the Silent Knight" for his quiet, unassuming style, was a Liverpool-born right-back renowned for his surprising knack for scoring goals from defence. Making 549 appearances between 1963 and 1975, Lawler contributed 61 goals - an extraordinary tally for a full-back of that era - and won two league titles, an FA Cup and a UEFA Cup during the Bill Shankly years. His consistency, positional discipline and eye for a late run into the box made him one of the most reliable full-backs in the club's history.
Liverpool FC career record
- Position: DF
- Nationality: England
- Born in: Liverpool
- Liverpool career: 1963–1975
- Appearances: 549
- Goals: 61
Chris Lawler stats for Liverpool
Chris Lawler made 549 appearances and scored 61 goals for Liverpool between 1963 and 1975, 0.11 goals per game. Among the 324 players in our Liverpool FC records that is 11th for appearances and 27th for goals.
Chris Lawler is one of 113 players from England in the records. Others include Ian Callaghan, Jamie Carragher, Steven Gerrard, Ray Clemence.
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Frequently asked questions
How many goals has Chris Lawler scored for Liverpool?
Chris Lawler scored 61 goals in 549 appearances for Liverpool (1963–1975), according to the player records on Liverpool Vibes.
When did Chris Lawler play for Liverpool?
Chris Lawler played for Liverpool FC from 1963 to 1975.
Where is Chris Lawler from?
Chris Lawler was born in Liverpool, England.