Dave Thomas (footballer, born 1950)

Dave Thomas (born 5 October 1950) is an English former professional

Thomas made his senior debut in Burnley's 8–1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion in the 1966–67 season.

Thomas's most successful season was undoubtedly 1975–76 while playing for Queens Park Rangers. QPR led the First Division for much of the season, narrowly missing out by one point to Liverpool after the final game of the season. Thomas was a pivotal figure in the team, providing Stan Bowles, Gerry Francis and others with outstanding service from the wing.

Following his transfer to Everton, Thomas continued to enjoy success in the

He won eight England caps overall whilst at Queens Park Rangers. His first England cap was given to him by manager Don Revie on 30 October 1974 in a 3–0 win against Czechoslovakia. He set up the first goal in the game. In England's April 1975 European Championship qualifier against Cyprus, Thomas came on as a substitute and made both of England's remaining two goals in their 5–0 victory; his cross for the first of those two goals was his first touch of the game.

Style of play

A skilful and fast player, for much of his career his trademark was playing without shin pads; something that would be contrary to the rules of the game today.

References

Sources

• Dave Thomas at Englandstats.com

External links

• The Hall of Fame Number 44 – Dave Thomas
• Sporting Heroes site
• Blast from the Past Official QPR site interview Jan 2008
• The Unofficial QPR Hall of Fame