John Aldridge

John Aldridge is a former Republic of Ireland international striker renowned for his prolific goal‑scoring record. After helping Newport County and Oxford United win promotions and cup honours, he joined Liverpool in 1987 and won the First Division title and FA Cup while finishing as the league’s top scorer. He scored 474 career goals, represented Ireland 69 times and played at Euro 1988 and the 1990 and 1994 World Cups. After a successful spell with Real Sociedad he finished his playing days at Tranmere Rovers, whom he later managed to the 2000 League Cup final. Aldridge is now a media pundit and popular after‑dinner speaker.