Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. John Butcher (born 27 May 1956, Newcastle upon Tyne) was a professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He played in The Football League for five clubs. Butcher began his career with Blackburn Rovers, who he turned professional with in March 1976. He made more than 100 league appearances in six years at Ewood Park, the majority coming in seasons 1977 78 and 1978 79. He moved to Oxford United in July 1982, although he was loaned out to Halifax Town three months later and then had a temporary spell with Bury from December 1983.