Peter Barnes: Man United forward Profile & Stats
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Peter Barnes

Position: forward

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HAN P W D L F A Diff Win%
H 14 10 4 0 21 4 +17 71.43
A 11 5 3 3 16 10 +6 45.45
TOTALS 25 15 7 3 37 14 +23 60.00

Name: Peter Simon Barnes
Birthdate: 10-06-1957
Age: 68
Birthplace: Manchester, England
Height: 5' 10" (1.78m)
Weight: 11st (69.85kg)
Years at Club: 1984-1987
Signing Info: Loaned from: Leeds United, 05/1984. 2nd Spell, Transferred from Coventry City, 07/1985, £50,000
Previous Clubs: Manchester City, West Bromwich Albion, Leeds United, Real Betis (loan), Melbourne J.U.S.T., Coventry City
Debut: 31/08/1985 v Nottingham Forest (A) 3-1 (League Division One)
Farewell: 1st Farewell: End of loan from Leeds United, 10/1984, Final Farewell: Transferred to Manchester City, 13/01/1987, £20,000
Passed Away:

Biography

Peter Barnes is a former English footballer best known for his great pace and exceptional dribbling as a winger. Barnes the son of former City wing half Ken Barnes, began his career at Manchester City, where he gained national attention by helping the club win the 1976 League Cup, scoring in the final. Following his successful spell at City, Barnes had stints with West Bromwich Albion and Leeds United before making a loan move to Manchester United in 1984.

Manchester United Career (1984-1987)
Barnes joined Manchester United in 1984 under manager Ron Atkinson, bringing his reputation as a dynamic winger. At Old Trafford, Barnes made 25 appearances and scored 4 goals during his two seasons at the club. Despite his undeniable talent, Barnes struggled to find consistency in his performances, which led to limited playing time, especially with stiff competition in United's attack. Though he showed flashes of brilliance, Barnes could not replicate his earlier form at Manchester City. He left Manchester United in 1987 to continue his career with other clubs in England and abroad.

Key Achievements:
1976 League Cup Winner with Manchester City
Represented both Manchester City and Manchester United
Earned 22 caps for the England national team

Playing Style:
Barnes was renowned for his blistering pace, dribbling skills, and ability to take on defenders, which made him a dangerous wide player. His quick feet and creativity on the ball made him a valuable asset on the wing, although his time at Manchester United was marked by inconsistency.

Legacy:
Despite a mixed spell at Manchester United, Peter Barnes remains a respected figure in English football, remembered for his early career successes and ability to excite fans with his attacking flair. His role in English football during the 1970s and 1980s and the fact that he played for both Manchester clubs ensure his place in football history.
 
League League Cup FA Cup Charity Shield European Cup Europa League Super Cup Cup Winners Cup Inter-cont Cup World Clubs Cup    
Season Goals Season Apps
No Season League Goals League Apps LC Goals LC Apps FAC Goals FAC Apps CS Goals CS Apps EC Goals EC Apps Europa Goals Europa Apps SC Goals SC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps IC Goals IC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps Season
Goals		 Season
Apps
1. 1985-1986 2 13 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 16
2. 1986-1987 0 7 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9
TOTALS 2 20 2 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 25

Detailed Match & Performance Charts

MUFC Player Goals MUFC Player Appearances MUFC Player Opponent Manager MUFC Player Club Manager
No Opponent Goals Appearances
1. Oxford United 1 1
2. Crystal Palace 1 1
3. Port Vale 1 1
4. Nottingham Forest 1 1
No Opponent Appearances Goals
1. Manchester City 3 0
2. Oxford United 2 1
3. Crystal Palace 2 1
4. Southampton 2 0
5. Luton Town 2 0
6. Queens Park Rangers 2 0
7. Sheffield Wednesday 2 0
8. Nottingham Forest 1 1
9. Newcastle United 1 0
10. Liverpool 1 0
11. Chelsea 1 0
12. West Ham United 1 0
13. Coventry City 1 0
14. Tottenham Hotspur 1 0
15. Port Vale 1 1
16. Norwich City 1 0
17. Wimbledon 1 0
No Opponent Manager No
1. Evans, Maurice 2
2. McNeill, Billy 2
3. Coppell, Steve 2
4. Nicholl, Chris 2
5. Smith, Jim 2
6. Wilkinson, Howard 2
7. Clough, Brian 1
8. McFaul, Willie 1
9. Pleat, David 1
10. Dalglish, Kenny 1
11. Hollins, John 1
12. Lyall, John 1
13. Mackay, Don 1
14. Shreeves, Peter 1
15. Rudge, John 1
16. Moore, John 1
17. Frizzell, Jimmy 1
18. Brown, Ken 1
19. Bassett, Dave 1
No MUFC Managers Count
1. Atkinson, Ron 21
2. Ferguson, Alex 4
Stadiums Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
No Stadium Count
1. Old Trafford 14
2. Maine Road 2
3. Carrow Road 1
4. City Ground, Nottingham 1
5. Hillsborough 1
6. Kenilworth Road 1
7. Manor Ground 1
8. Plough Lane 1
9. Selhurst Park 1
10. Stamford Bridge 1
11. Vale Park 1
No Competition Count
1. League Division One 20
2. League Cup 5
No Opponent Count
1. Manchester City 3
2. Oxford United 2
3. Crystal Palace 2
4. Southampton 2
5. Luton Town 2
6. Queens Park Rangers 2
7. Sheffield Wednesday 2
8. Nottingham Forest 1
9. Newcastle United 1
10. Liverpool 1
11. Chelsea 1
12. West Ham United 1
13. Coventry City 1
14. Tottenham Hotspur 1
15. Port Vale 1
16. Norwich City 1
17. Wimbledon 1
No Opponent Nationality Count
1. England 25
Roy Keane own goal v Real Madrid Old Trafford 2000 Cup Finals
No Date Opponent Competition Own Goals
Player has never scored an own goal against the club.
No Date Opponent WDL F-A Competition
Player never featured in a Cup Final.
Penalties scored for Manchester United Manchester United Hat-Tricks
No Date Opponents Competition Penaltys
Player has never scored a penalty for the club.
No Date Opponent Competition Goals
Player has never scored a hat-trick or better during a game.
 
Red Cards  
No Date Opponent Competition
Player has never been sent off during a match.
 

All Matches played
No Date Comp Opponent WDL F-A HAN Goal!! Scorers Opponent scorers
1. 31-08-1985 Div 1 Nottingham Forest W 3-1 A 1 Mark Hughes 2', Peter Barnes 5', Frank Stapleton 41' *Peter Davenport 47'
2. 04-09-1985 Div 1 Newcastle United W 3-0 H 0 Frank Stapleton 5', 11', Mark Hughes 62'
3. 07-09-1985 Div 1 Oxford United W 3-0 H 1 Norman Whiteside 29', Bryan Robson 44', Peter Barnes 72'
4. 14-09-1985 Div 1 Manchester City W 3-0 A 0 Bryan Robson 8' (pen), Arthur Albiston 19', Mick Duxbury 73'
5. 24-09-1985 LC Crystal Palace W 1-0 A 1 Peter Barnes 59'
6. 28-09-1985 Div 1 Southampton W 1-0 H 0 Mark Hughes 75'
7. 05-10-1985 Div 1 Luton Town D 1-1 A 0 Mark Hughes 61' Brian Stein 70'
8. 09-10-1985 LC Crystal Palace W 1-0 H 0 Norman Whiteside 1'
9. 12-10-1985 Div 1 QPR W 2-0 H 0 Mark Hughes 31', Jesper Olsen 52'
10. 19-10-1985 Div 1 Liverpool D 1-1 H 0 Paul McGrath 65' Craig Johnston 46'
11. 26-10-1985 Div 1 Chelsea W 2-1 A 0 Jesper Olsen 41', Mark Hughes 76' Joe McLaughlin 75'
12. 29-10-1985 LC West Ham United W 1-0 H 0 Norman Whiteside 77'
13. 02-11-1985 Div 1 Coventry City W 2-0 H 0 Jesper Olsen 18', 41'
14. 09-11-1985 Div 1 Sheffield Wednesday L 0-1 A 0 Lee Chapman 83'
15. 16-11-1985 Div 1 Tottenham Hotspur D 0-0 H 0
16. 22-03-1986 Div 1 Manchester City D 2-2 H 0 Colin Gibson 2', Gordon Strachan 58' (pen) Clive Wilson 71', Arthur Albiston 73' (o.g.)
17. 07-10-1986 LC Port Vale W 5-2 A 1 Frank Stapleton 34', Peter Barnes 71', Remi Moses 75', 89', Peter Davenport 77' (pen) Andy Jones 52' (pen), Johnny Sivebaek 80' (o.g.)
18. 11-10-1986 Div 1 Sheffield Wednesday W 3-1 H 0 Peter Davenport 35' (pen), 85', Norman Whiteside 83' Mark Chamberlain 4'
19. 18-10-1986 Div 1 Luton Town W 1-0 H 0 Frank Stapleton 9'
20. 26-10-1986 Div 1 Manchester City D 1-1 A 0 Frank Stapleton 47' Mick McCarthy 50'
21. 29-10-1986 LC Southampton D 0-0 H 0
22. 08-11-1986 Div 1 Oxford United L 0-2 A 0 John Aldridge 15' (pen), Neil Slatter 79'
23. 15-11-1986 Div 1 Norwich City D 0-0 A 0
24. 22-11-1986 Div 1 QPR W 1-0 H 0 Jonny Sivebaek 32'
25. 29-11-1986 Div 1 Wimbledon L 0-1 A 0 Vinnie Jones 42'
 

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