How many caps did Colin Clarke win for Northern Ireland?

Colin Clarke won 38 caps for Northern Ireland, scoring 13 goals.

Which clubs did Colin Clarke play for?

Ipswich Town (1980–1981), Peterborough United (1981–1984), Gillingham (1984–1984), Tranmere Rovers (1984–1985), AFC Bournemouth (1985–1986), Southampton (1986–1989), AFC Bournemouth (1988–1988), Queens Park Rangers (1989–1990), Portsmouth (1990–1993).

Where does Colin Clarke rank among Northern Ireland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Colin Clarke #18 of Northern Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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18 / Northern Ireland · 1986–1993

Colin Clarke

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Caps · Northern Ireland

Goals · Northern Ireland

Life

1962

Clubs

Peterborough United, Southampton, Portsmouth

#18

Editorial rank of 33 for Northern Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A powerful and clinical striker, he spearheaded Northern Ireland's attack at the 1986 World Cup, scoring against Spain. Career record: 38 caps and 13 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Peterborough United, Southampton, Portsmouth.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1980–1981	Ipswich Town
1981–1984	Peterborough United
1984–1984	Gillingham
1984–1985	Tranmere Rovers
1985–1986	AFC Bournemouth
1986–1989	Southampton
1988–1988	AFC Bournemouth
1989–1990	Queens Park Rangers
1990–1993	Portsmouth
Northern Ireland	38 caps, 13 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026

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Around Clarke in the almanac

One rank above: Steven Davis at #17.

One rank below: Keith Gillespie at #19.

Northern Ireland's editorial top five: George Best · Danny Blanchflower · Pat Jennings · Peter Doherty · Aaron Hughes.

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