Making his debut in 1987 for Liverpool, John played his part in ensuring Liverpool came away with a 2-1 win over Arsenal. Over the course of his first season, John continued to impress the footballing world. Applying his natural skill to a club renowned as one of the era’s best performing, John adapted to Liverpool’s playing style, rising to the challenge to prove his footballing prowess.
In 1997, after playing over 407 times and scoring 108 times, John ended his time at Liverpool. As an elite player, his experience playing at a top level has given him invaluable knowledge and experience of ‘the beautiful game’, which he uses in his speeches. Whilst presenting as a football speaker, John explores peak performance and how to maximise your likelihood of success.
On top of his footballing career, John became a well loved figure after taking part in New Order’s song, World in Motion, in which he took a leading rapping role in what is considered to be one of the best pop songs about football. As a footballer, John is well known for his amiable and relaxed manner, a side of his personality that shines through his presentations.
Featuring at both Q&A sessions and sporting conferences alike, he frequently dedicates his time to answering fan’s questions to give them an insight into the life of a footballer - differing from other players, John can even discuss playing in the Premier League. As an experienced speaker, John’s portfolio is filled with previous speaking arrangements of raving testimonials, making him one of the most desirable sports speakers on the circuit.
At the peak of his career as a football player, John won two FA Cups and two First Division titles, earning him a place in the English Football Hall of Fame in 2005. Due to his dedication to the sport, he set a new record for black players with a total of 79 appearances for the national side. John is a well-respected football speaker who regularly features at conference events and industry workshops nationwide, sharing his footballing journey with captivated audiences.
