John Capaldi


John Capaldi is a Scottish former footballer who played for Aston Villa, Motherwell and Pors Grenland, and also had a spell managing Bolehall Swifts. During his career, he played as a striker.

Playing career

Aston Villa

Capaldi played for Aston Villa reserves and youth team from 1975–1979, before being sold to Motherwell in 1979 for £15,000.

Personal life

John has a son, Tony, who plays for Rushall Olympic, and has previously played for Birmingham City, Hereford United, Plymouth Argyle, Cardiff City, Leeds United and Morecambe, Tony was born in Porsgrunn, Norway, whilst his father was serving as a player for Pors Grenland.