Coaching career
1Every stint in John Bird's managerial and playing career, in chronological order. Club names link through to team pages with recent form, squad, and head-to-head stats.
Halifax Town A.F.C.?–present
Playing career
4Doncaster Rovers F.C.1967–1971
Preston North End F.C.1971–1975
Newcastle United F.C.1975–1980
Hartlepool United F.C.1980–1985