English midfielder who captained Everton to multiple trophies in the 1980s and earned 13 England caps, later becoming a successful manager
Peter Reid was born in Huyton, Liverpool on 20 June 1956. He began at Bolton Wanderers before joining Everton in 1982, where he became one of the most important players in the club's history. A tireless, intelligent midfielder with a fierce competitive streak, he won two league titles (1985, 1987), the FA Cup in 1984 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1985. He was named PFA Player of the Year in 1985. Injuries had threatened to derail his career at Bolton, but his perseverance was rewarded with the most successful period in Everton's modern history. He later played for QPR, Manchester City and Southampton. He earned 13 England caps, featuring at the 1986 World Cup. As a manager, he had a long spell at Sunderland.
Captaining Everton during their most successful period in the 1980s
He overcame two broken legs at Bolton Wanderers before going on to become PFA Player of the Year at Everton in 1985.
Did You Know?How They Played
Hard-tackling defensive midfielder with excellent leadership qualities and work rate
Lasting Impact
Tenacious midfielder who became a successful manager, particularly at Sunderland
Career Honours
- League Championship 2x
- FA Cup 1984
- European Cup Winners' Cup 1985
- First Division 1985
- First Division 1987
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Wanderers | 1974–1982 | 225 | 37 | #8 |
| Everton | 1982–1989 | 110 | 13 | #1 |
| Manchester City | 1990–1993 | 202 | 6 | #1 |
| Queens Park Rangers | 1989–1990 | 36 | 1 | — |
| Southampton | 1993–1994 | 22 | 0 | — |
| Notts County | 1994–1995 | 23 | 1 | — |
| Bury | 1995–1996 | 25 | 0 | — |
 England | — | 13 | — | — |