John Pelosi (born 29 February 1956) is a Scottish former footballer, who played for St Johnstone, Hamilton Academical, Kilmarnock, Queen of the South and Stenhousemuir. He is most famous for having been sued by a fellow footballer, Jim Brown, for a foul tackle which ended his opponent's career. Brown settled out of court a year later.[1]

John Pelosi
Personal information
Date of birth (1956-02-29) 29 February 1956 (age 68)
Place of birth Glasgow, Scotland
Position(s) Right winger
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1976–1983 St Johnstone 156 (26)
1983–1987 Hamilton Academical 77 (8)
1984–1985Kilmarnock (loan) 8 (1)
1987–1988 Queen of the South 31 (1)
1988–1989 Stenhousemuir 2 (0)
Total 274 (36)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References

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  1. ^ "Stakes raised in football's grudge match". TheGuardian.com. 17 August 2002.
Sources
  • John Pelosi at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database