Jordan Richards (footballer, born 1997) explained

Jordan Richards
Fullname:Jordan Richards
Birth Date:1997 7, df=yes
Birth Place:Nottingham, England
Position:Midfielder, Defender
Currentclub:Boston United
Years1:2015–2017
Clubs1:Notts County
Caps1:12
Goals1:0
Years2:2015
Clubs2:Boston United (loan)
Caps2:19
Goals2:1
Years3:2016
Clubs3:Sligo Rovers (loan)
Caps3:15
Goals3:2
Years4:2017–2018
Caps4:33
Goals4:0
Years5:2018–2021
Caps5:56
Goals5:2
Years6:2021–2023
Caps6:56
Goals6:1
Years7:2023–
Caps7:42
Goals7:3
Club-Update:09:45, 21 April 2024 (UTC)

Jordan Richards (born 6 July 1997) is an English footballer who plays as a midfielder for side Boston United.

Playing career

Notts County

Richards began his career with Notts County where his father, Pedro, played over 400 games.[1] Richards gained experience out on loan at Boston United and Irish club Sligo Rovers.[2] [3] During the 2016–17 season, Richards become increasingly involved with the first team squad with County, making 16 appearances in all competitions by the end of the season.[4]

Gainsborough Trinity

In July 2017, Richards signed for National League North side Gainsborough Trinity, despite receiving offers from football league clubs.

King's Lynn Town

On 3 August 2018, Richards signed for Southern League Premier Central side King's Lynn Town.[5]

Boston United

On 14 June 2023 Richards re-signed for Boston United on a permanent deal.[6]

Personal life

Richards is the son of former Notts County player Pedro Richards.[7] He is also the cousin of Premier League winner Wes Morgan.

Career statistics

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Boston (loan)2015–16National League North1910000191
Sligo (loan)2016League of Ireland152000000152
2016–17League Two12020002[8] 0160
Gainsborough Trinity2017–18National League North3302000350
Career totals793400020853

Honours

Boston United

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Jordan Richards was keen to follow in his late father's footsteps at Notts County. Nottingham Post. 23 October 2016.
  2. Web site: 'Phenomenal' Notts County youngster Jordan Richards would be prepared to extend Boston United stay. Lincolnshire Live. 23 October 2016.
  3. Web site: Rovers sign Richards. Sligo Rovers. 23 October 2016.
  4. Web site: Notts County midfielder Jordan Richards says first-team experience is making him a better player.. Notts County. 23 October 2016.
  5. Web site: Richards looking forward to fresh start with Linnets. King's Lynn Town Official Website. 3 August 2018.
  6. Web site: Richards boosts midfield ranks. Boston United Official Website. 14 June 2023.
  7. http://www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk/phenomenal-notts-county-youngster-jordan-richards/story-28105100-detail/story.html{{Dead link|date=February 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
  8. Appearances in EFL Trophy
  9. News: Match Report: Brackley Town 1–2 Boston United . Boston United FC . 4 May 2024 . 5 May 2024.