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John Frederick Byrne, born in Manchester, was a stylish, flamboyant striker, signed by Denis Smith in a vain attempt to keep the club from relegation to Division 3. Famous for, among other things, his bull-horn goal celebration. Returned to his home town of Brighton after injury cut short his time at United. 23 Ireland caps.

Goals in all competitions (incl. subs)

Scored 19 in total (18 for full appearances and 1 as a sub.)

1 brace(s)

1 hat-trick(s)

Highest number scored in one game is 3 .

28.79% Average goals per game (incl as a sub)
33.33% Average goals as a sub only
28.33% Average goals per game started

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Competition data

Competition First Final Apps
FA Cup 1994-01-08 1994-11-13 5
Football League Trophy 1994-09-27 1994-12-03 2
League 1993-11-06 1995-02-21 52
League Cup 1994-08-16 1994-10-04 4
Overall 1993-11-06 1995-02-21 63

Substitute competition data

Competition First Final Apps
League 1994-03-12 1994-04-30 3
Overall 1994-03-12 1994-04-30 3