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John Rowland (1936–2002) was a Welsh professional footballer. Rowland joined Newport County in 1958 from local club Lovells Athletic. He went on to make 463 appearances for Newport scoring 9 goals. In 1969, he joined Merthyr Tydfil as player/manager.[1]

John Rowland

Personal information
Date of birth	16 March 1936
Place of birth	Newport, Wales
Date of death	2002 (aged 65–66)
Position(s)	Central defender
Youth career
	Lovells Athletic
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
1958–1969	Newport County	462	(11)
	Merthyr Tydfil
Teams managed
	Merthyr Tydfil
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References

External links

• John Rowland at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Database

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