Malcolm Dunford (born 10 January 1963) is a former successful New Zealand association football player who frequently represented his country in the 1980s and 90s. A centre back, Dunford played with a number of central defenders including Bobby Almond, Ricki Herbert- stalwarts of New Zealand's successful 1982 World Cup campaign - and Ceri Evans.

Malcolm Dunford
Personal information
Full name Malcolm P Dunford
Date of birth (1963-01-10) 10 January 1963 (age 61)
Place of birth Wellington, New Zealand
Position(s) Defender
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1980–1984 Stop Out
1990 Wellington Diamond United
1990 Miramar Rangers
1999–2023 Juventus Old Boys
International career
1980–1993 New Zealand 41 (5)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Dunford captained his national team on numerous occasions and eventually retired his captaincy and national duties in 1993. He finished his playing career for the All Whites with 68 appearances, 41 of which were A-internationals in which he scored 5 goals.[1][2]

He currently lives in Melbourne Australia, married with three children.

References

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  1. ^ "A-International Appearances - Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 7 October 2008. Retrieved 25 July 2008.
  2. ^ "A-International Scorers - Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 16 June 2009. Retrieved 25 July 2008.
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