Dave Thomas (footballer, born 1950)

Dave Thomas (born 5 October 1950) is an English former professional footballer who played as a winger, totalling over 450 league appearances for Burnley, Queens Park Rangers, Everton, Vancouver Whitecaps, Middlesbrough, Portsmouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers over almost 20 years.

Thomas made his senior debut in Burnley's 8–1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion in the 1966–67 season.

Thomas was a pivotal figure in the team, providing Stan Bowles, Gerry Francis and others with outstanding service from the wing.

In 1981, Thomas played a single summer season with the Vancouver Whitecaps in the North American Soccer League.

A skilful and fast player, for much of his career his trademark was playing without shin pads; something that would be contrary to the rules of the game today.