Mark Bosnich: Man United goalkeeper Profile & Stats
Facebook X (Twitter) Blue Sky MUFCINFO.COM Instagram Account Munich Air Disaster MUFC Higher Lower by Player Goals
MUFC Logo

 

Portrait of Mark Bosnich

Mark Bosnich

Position: goalkeeper

Australia Australia flag

PWDLFA

HAN P W D L F A Diff Win%
H 18 15 3 0 52 11 +41 83.33
A 16 6 5 5 20 21 -1 37.50
N 4 1 1 2 4 6 -2 25.00
TOTALS 38 22 9 7 76 38 +38 57.89

Name: Mark John Bosnich
Birthdate: 13-01-1972
Age: 54
Birthplace: Fairfield, Sydney, Australia
Height: 6' 2" (1.88m)
Weight: 15st 7lbs (98.43kg)
Years at Club: 1989-1991, 1999-2000
Signing Info: Transferred from: Non Contract Player: 05/06/1989. 2nd Spell, Transferred from Aston Villa, 02/07/1999, £Free
Previous Clubs: Sydney Croatia SFC , Aston Villa
Debut: 30/04/1990 v Wimbledon (H) 0-0 (League Division One)
Farewell: 1st Farewell Returned to Sydney Croatia SFC (Failed to gain a work permit ), 30/06/1991, Final Farewe
Passed Away:

Biography

Mark Bosnich is a former Australian footballer best known for his time as a goalkeeper for Manchester United and Aston Villa in the Premier League. One of the most talented shot-stoppers of his generation, Bosnich earned a reputation for his incredible reflexes, command of the penalty area, and penalty-saving ability. Despite his talent, his career was also marked by off-field controversies, which limited his time at the highest level. He remains one of Australia's greatest-ever goalkeepers.

Early Career and First Stint at Manchester United
Bosnich began his career at Sydney United before moving to Manchester United in 1989 at just 17 years old. He was signed by Sir Alex Ferguson, who saw great potential in the young Australian. However, with established goalkeepers like Peter Schmeichel ahead of him, Bosnich made only a handful of appearances for United in his first spell. He left the club in 1991 to seek more regular first-team opportunities.

Aston Villa Success (1992-1999)
After leaving Manchester United, Bosnich signed for Aston Villa, where he truly established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League. During his time at Villa, Bosnich became known for his agility and penalty-saving prowess, playing a crucial role in the club's success in the 1990s.

Move to Chelsea and Decline
In 2001, Bosnich moved to Chelsea, but his time there was marred by injuries and off-field issues. He made only a few appearances for the club before being released. His football career came to an abrupt end after he tested positive for cocaine in 2002, which led to a ban from professional football.

International Career with Australia
Bosnich also had a distinguished international career, representing Australia at various levels. He earned 17 caps for the Socceroos, helping them in multiple World Cup qualifying campaigns and playing in the 1997 FIFA Confederations Cup, where Australia finished as runners-up.

Playing Style: Agile, Commanding, and Excellent Shot-Stopper
Bosnich was known for his quick reflexes, penalty-saving ability, and command of the penalty area. His agility and athleticism allowed him to make acrobatic saves, and he was often relied upon to bail his teams out in tough situations. He had a strong presence in the box and was effective in dealing with crosses and set pieces.

Legacy
Despite the off-field issues that curtailed his career, Mark Bosnich remains one of Australia's greatest-ever goalkeepers and one of the most talented shot-stoppers to have played in the Premier League. His time at Aston Villa is remembered fondly, especially his role in their League Cup triumphs, and his return to Manchester United was a significant chapter in his career. Bosnich is also widely known for his candid punditry work post-retirement, where he continues to share his insights on the game.

Summary
Mark Bosnich was a talented goalkeeper who played for Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Chelsea, winning the Premier League and two League Cups. Known for his shot-stopping ability and command of the penalty area, Bosnich's career saw highs in England but was also affected by off-field controversies. He earned 17 caps for Australia and remains one of the most gifted goalkeepers of his generation.
 
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. 1989-1990 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
2. 1990-1991 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
3. 1999-2000 0 23 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 35
TOTALS 0 26 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 38

Detailed Match & Performance Charts

MUFC Player Goals MUFC Player Appearances MUFC Player Opponent Manager MUFC Player Club Manager
No Opponent Goals Appearances
Player has never scored for club.
No Opponent Appearances Goals
1. Wimbledon 2 0
2. Derby County 2 0
3. Tottenham Hotspur 2 0
4. Arsenal 2 0
5. Everton 2 0
6. Sheffield Wednesday 2 0
7. Leeds United 2 0
8. Aston Villa 2 0
9. Leicester City 2 0
10. Fiorentina 2 0
11. Bradford City 2 0
12. Sunderland 2 0
13. Middlesbrough 2 0
14. Watford 1 0
15. Olympique Marseille 1 0
16. Croatia Zagreb 1 0
17. Sturm Graz 1 0
18. Palmeiras 1 0
19. Rayos Del Nexaca 1 0
20. Vasco Da Gama 1 0
21. Coventry City 1 0
22. Newcastle United 1 0
23. Valencia 1 0
24. West Ham United 1 0
25. Real Madrid 1 0
No Opponent Manager No
1. Wenger, Arsene 2
2. Smith, Walter 2
3. Wilson, Danny 2
4. O'Leary, David 2
5. Gregory, John 2
6. O'Neill, Martin 2
7. Trapattoni, Giovanni 2
8. Jewell, Paul 2
9. Reid, Peter 2
10. Robson, Bryan 2
11. Gould, Bobby 1
12. Cox, Arthur 1
13. Venables, Terry 1
14. Taylor, Graham 1
15. Courbis, Rolland 1
16. Graham, George 1
17. Vlak, Marijan 1
18. Osim, Ivica 1
19. Scolari, Luiz Felipe 1
20. Arias, Raul 1
21. Lopes, Antonio 1
22. Strachan, Gordon 1
23. Robson, Bobby 1
24. Olsen, Egil 1
25. Smith, Jim 1
26. Cuper, Hector 1
27. Redknapp, Harry 1
28. Del Bosque, Vicente 1
No MUFC Managers Count
1. Ferguson, Alex 38
Stadiums Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
No Stadium Count
1. Old Trafford 18
2. Maracana Stadium 2
3. Artemio Franchi 1
4. Bernabeu Stadium 1
5. Elland Road 1
6. Filbert Street 1
7. Goodison Park 1
8. Hillsborough 1
9. Maksimir Stadium 1
10. Mestalla Stadium 1
11. Olympic Stadium, Tokyo 1
12. Riverside Stadium 1
13. Selhurst Park 1
14. St James Park, Newcastle 1
15. Stade Velodrome 1
16. Stadium of Light, Sunderland 1
17. Valley Parade 1
18. Villa Park 1
19. Wembley 1
20. White Hart Lane 1
No Competition Count
1. Premiership 23
2. European Cup 7
3. League Division One 3
4. Club World Cup 2
5. Charity Shield 1
6. Intercontinental Cup 1
7. League Cup 1
No Opponent Count
1. Wimbledon 2
2. Derby County 2
3. Tottenham Hotspur 2
4. Arsenal 2
5. Everton 2
6. Sheffield Wednesday 2
7. Leeds United 2
8. Aston Villa 2
9. Leicester City 2
10. Fiorentina 2
11. Bradford City 2
12. Sunderland 2
13. Middlesbrough 2
14. Watford 1
15. Olympique Marseille 1
16. Croatia Zagreb 1
17. Sturm Graz 1
18. Palmeiras 1
19. Rayos Del Nexaca 1
20. Vasco Da Gama 1
21. Coventry City 1
22. Newcastle United 1
23. Valencia 1
24. West Ham United 1
25. Real Madrid 1
No Opponent Nationality Count
1. England 28
2. Italy 2
3. Brazil 2
4. Spain 2
5. France 1
6. Croatia 1
7. Austria 1
8. Mexico 1
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
1. 01-08-1999 Arsenal L 1-2 Charity Shield
2. 30-11-1999 Palmeiras W 1-0 Intercontinental Cup
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. 30-04-1990 Div 1 Wimbledon D 0-0 H 0
2. 16-04-1991 Div 1 Derby County W 3-1 H 0 Clayton Blackmore 22', Brian McClair 66', Bryan Robson 85' Paul Williams 33'
3. 20-05-1991 Div 1 Tottenham Hotspur D 1-1 H 0 Paul Ince 7' John Hendry 51'
4. 01-08-1999 CS Arsenal L 1-2 N 0 Dwight Yorke 37' Nwankwo Kanu 67' (pen), Ray Parlour 77'
5. 08-08-1999 PL Everton D 1-1 A 0 Dwight Yorke 7' Jaap Stam 87' (o.g.)
6. 11-08-1999 PL Sheffield Wednesday W 4-0 H 0 Paul Scholes 9', Dwight Yorke 35', Andrew Cole 54', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 84
7. 14-08-1999 PL Leeds United W 2-0 H 0 Dwight Yorke 77', 80'
8. 13-10-1999 LC Aston Villa L 0-3 A 0 Julian Joachim 18', Ian Taylor 49', Steve Stone 90'
9. 16-10-1999 PL Watford W 4-1 H 0 Dwight Yorke 40', Andrew Cole 42', 50', Denis Irwin 45' (pen) Richard Johnson 68'
10. 19-10-1999 EC/UCL Olympique Marseille L 0-1 A 0 William Gallas 69'
11. 23-10-1999 PL Tottenham Hotspur L 1-3 A 0 Ryan Giggs 24' Steffen Iversen 37', Paul Scholes 40' (o.g.), Stephen Carr 71'
12. 27-10-1999 EC/UCL Croatia Zagreb W 2-1 A 0 David Beckham 32', Roy Keane 49' Robert Prosinecki 87'
13. 30-10-1999 PL Aston Villa W 3-0 H 0 Paul Scholes 30', Andrew Cole 45', Roy Keane 65'
14. 02-11-1999 EC/UCL Sturm Graz W 2-1 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 56', Roy Keane 65' Ivica Vastic 88' (pen)
15. 06-11-1999 PL Leicester City W 2-0 H 0 Andrew Cole 30', 83'
16. 23-11-1999 EC/UCL Fiorentina L 0-2 A 0 Gabriel Batistuta 24', Abel Balbo 52'
17. 30-11-1999 ICC Palmeiras W 1-0 N 0 Roy Keane 35'
18. 04-12-1999 PL Everton W 5-1 H 0 Denis Irwin 27' (pen), Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 29', 43', 52', 58' Francis Jeffers 7'
19. 26-12-1999 PL Bradford City W 4-0 H 0 Quinton Fortune 75', Dwight Yorke 79', Andrew Cole 88', Roy Keane 89'
20. 28-12-1999 PL Sunderland D 2-2 A 0 Roy Keane 27', Nicky Butt 87' Gavin McCann 2', Niall Quinn 12'
21. 06-01-2000 WCC Rayos Del Nexaca D 1-1 N 0 Dwight Yorke 82' Cristian Montecinos 15'
22. 08-01-2000 WCC Vasco Da Gama L 1-3 N 0 Nicky Butt 81' Romario 24', 26', Edmundo 43'
23. 24-01-2000 PL Arsenal D 1-1 H 0 Teddy Sheringham 74' Freddie Ljungberg 12'
24. 29-01-2000 PL Middlesbrough W 1-0 H 0 David Beckham 87'
25. 02-02-2000 PL Sheffield Wednesday W 1-0 A 0 Teddy Sheringham 74'
26. 05-02-2000 PL Coventry City W 3-2 H 0 Andrew Cole 40', 55', Paul Scholes 77' Cedric Rousell 65', 90'
27. 12-02-2000 PL Newcastle United L 0-3 A 0 Duncan Ferguson 26', Alan Shearer 76', 86'
28. 20-02-2000 PL Leeds United W 1-0 A 0 Andrew Cole 52'
29. 26-02-2000 PL Wimbledon D 2-2 A 0 Jordi Cruyff 30', Andrew Cole 80' Jason Euell 2', Carl Cort 63'
30. 11-03-2000 PL Derby County W 3-1 H 0 Dwight Yorke 13', 70', 72' Branco Strupar 66'
31. 15-03-2000 EC/UCL Fiorentina W 3-1 H 0 Andrew Cole 20', Roy Keane 33', Dwight Yorke 70' Gabriel Batistuta 16'
32. 18-03-2000 PL Leicester City W 2-0 A 0 David Beckham 33', Dwight Yorke 84'
33. 21-03-2000 EC/UCL Valencia D 0-0 A 0
34. 25-03-2000 PL Bradford City W 4-0 A 0 Dwight Yorke 38', 40', Paul Scholes 71', David Beckham 79'
35. 01-04-2000 PL West Ham United W 7-1 H 0 Paul Scholes 24', 51' 63' (pen), Denis Irwin 27', Andrew Cole 45', David Beckham 66', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 73' Paulo Wanchope 11'
36. 04-04-2000 EC/UCL Real Madrid D 0-0 A 0
37. 10-04-2000 PL Middlesbrough W 4-3 A 0 Ryan Giggs 46', Andrew Cole 60', Paul Scholes 74', Quinton Fortune 88' Andy Campbell 19', *Paul Ince 87', Juninho 90'
38. 15-04-2000 PL Sunderland W 4-0 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 3', 51', Nicky Butt 65', Henning Berg 70'
 

About this site

 West Cumbria Reds Branch Flag  
MUFCINFO.com is not an official Manchester United website.
All pages are designed, maintained and copyright © Mark Graham.
Email: mufcinfo@sky.com