John Barnes
John Barnes joined Liverpool from Watford in 1987 and quickly became one of the most gifted wingers ever to play in English football. His dazzling dribbling and vision were central to Liverpool's title-winning campaigns in 1988 and 1990, with the 1987-88 side often described as one of the finest teams never to win the European Cup due to the ban on English clubs following Heysel. Barnes was voted the Football Writers' Player of the Year in both those title-winning seasons, an extraordinary double recognition of his influence on the side. Equally effective out wide or through the middle as his career progressed, Barnes scored 108 goals in 407 appearances for Liverpool and is remembered as one of the most technically brilliant players to wear the shirt.
Liverpool FC career record
- Position: MF
- Nationality: England
- Born in: Kingston
- Liverpool career: 1987–1997
- Appearances: 407
- Goals: 108
John Barnes stats for Liverpool
John Barnes made 407 appearances and scored 108 goals for Liverpool between 1987 and 1997, 0.27 goals per game. Among the 324 players in our Liverpool FC records that is 25th for appearances and 11th for goals.
John Barnes 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 John Barnes scored for Liverpool?
John Barnes scored 108 goals in 407 appearances for Liverpool (1987–1997), according to the player records on Liverpool Vibes.
When did John Barnes play for Liverpool?
John Barnes played for Liverpool FC from 1987 to 1997.
Where is John Barnes from?
John Barnes was born in Kingston, England.