William Francis Garton (born 15 March 1965) is a former footballer who played in the Football League for Manchester United and Birmingham City.[1] He made his United debut in 1984 and played 51 games, the first half of his career marred by an injury, and was forced to retire from full-time football after being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome.[1] He later played for local clubs[1][2] and taught, emigrating to San Diego, California in 2001[1] and co-founded the Carmel Valley Manchester youth soccer club.[3]
Personal information | |||
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Full name | William Francis Garton | ||
Date of birth | (1965-03-15) 15 March 1965 (age 57) | ||
Place of birth | Salford, England | ||
Height | 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) | ||
Position(s) | Centre-back | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1984–1990 | Manchester United | 41 | (0) |
1986 | → Birmingham City (loan) | 5 | (0) |
1992–1993 | Salford City | ||
1993–1994 | Witton Albion | ||
1994–1998 | Hyde United | 100 | (1) |
2000–2001 | Salford City | ||
Teams managed | |||
1992–1993 | Salford City | ||
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
Salford City F.C. – managers | |
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