John Armstrong (born 5 September 1936) is a Scottish former professional

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, who played as a

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. He played for Barrow,

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Playing career

Born in Airdrie, Armstrong joined Barrow from Bellshill Athletic in March 1958.Soccer Who's Who compiled by Maurice Golesworthy The Sportsmans Book Club London 1965 He joined

nine months later, but could not establish himself in the first team.

stepped in and signed him for about £6,000 in February 1963. He joined

in 1967.

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* 1936 births Barrow A.F.C. players Portsmouth F.C. players Nottingham Forest F.C. players Southport F.C. players Living people Footballers from Airdrie, North Lanarkshire Association football goalkeepers Bellshill Athletic F.C. players English Football League players Scottish footballers {{Scotland-footy-goalkeeper-stub