Brian Armstrong (footballer)
Brian Armstrong is a former New Zealand association football player who represented New Zealand.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Brian Armstrong | ||
| Place of birth | England | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| Mt Wellington | |||
| National team | |||
| 1973–1975 | New Zealand | 9 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Armstrong made his full All Whites debut in a 5–1 win over Fiji on 17 February 1973[1] and he ended his international playing career with 9 A-international caps to his credit,[2] his final cap being a substitute appearance in a 1–1 draw with Australia on 4 March 1975.[1]
Armstrong family
Armstrong's family is well represented in international football. His father Ken Armstrong was a dual international representing both England and New Zealand, his brother Ron Armstrong also represented New Zealand while niece Bridgette Armstrong represented New Zealand at senior level and at the 2008 FIFA U-17 and FIFA U-20 Women's World Cups.[3]
References
- "A-International Lineups". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Retrieved 12 February 2009.
- "A-International Appearances - Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 15 June 2009. Retrieved 12 February 2009.
- "NZ girl will continue family football dynasty at under 17 World Cup". 3News (New Zealand). 23 October 2008. Archived from the original on 4 October 2011.
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