John Houghton (New Zealand footballer)

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John E. Houghton was an association football player who represented New Zealand.[1]

John Houghton
Personal information
Full name John E Houghton
Place of birth Scotland
Date of death 4 July 2019
Place of death New Zealand
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1971 Mt Wellington
1975–1977 Mt Wellington
International career
1971–1977 New Zealand 15 (2)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Houghton made his full All Whites debut as a substitute in a 2–4 loss to New Caledonia on 18 July 1971[2] and ended his international playing career with 15 A-international caps and 2 goals to his credit,[3][4] his final cap being an appearance in a 1–1 draw with Australia on 30 March 1977.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Strack-Zimmermann, Benjamin. "John Houghton". www.national-football-teams.com. Retrieved 9 August 2019.
  2. ^ a b "A-International Lineups". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Retrieved 12 February 2009.
  3. ^ "A-International Appearances - Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 7 October 2008. Retrieved 12 February 2009.
  4. ^ "A-International Scorers - Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 16 June 2009. Retrieved 12 February 2009.