John McGinnell is a thoughtful, hard-working left midfielder whose passion for football has been with him throughout his life. A dedicated Birmingham City supporter, he brings enthusiasm, calmness and strong teamwork to every walking football session. Now retired from a long and successful career in the coffee industry, John enjoys a wide range of interests away from the pitch, including travelling, Egyptology, history and regular visits to the gym. He also has a soft spot for a good Chinese meal and holds George Best as his all-time favourite player. Walking football has given John the ideal opportunity to reconnect with the sport he loves, stay active and enjoy the camaraderie that comes with being part of a close-knit team.
John is an international player, currently representing Ireland in the Over 65s. His claim to fame happened in 2022 as the first hat-trick scorer for Ireland. It was against Wales in Dublin for the Over 60s.
Sponsorship of this player contributes to Solihull Moors Walking Football Club. All sponsorship donations support the club’s development and community programmes, not individual players.
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- Nickname: None
- Position Played: Left Midfield
- Birth Year: 1958
- Football Team: Birmingham City
- Food: Chinese
- Career: Retired from the Coffee Industry
- Favourite Player: George Best
- Hobbies: Travelling | Egyptology | Calligraphy | Native American Indians | Gym
- Best Thing about Walking Football: Got me Back into the Game I Loved
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