[5] Late in the 1989–90 season Thompson joined Crystal Palace to provide cover for the injured Ian Wright, but was cup-tied for the 1990 FA Cup Final.
[citation needed] Thompson briefly played in the Premier League for Queens Park Rangers during the 1992–93 season and made one European appearance for Cardiff City in September 1993.
[16] Thompson was named caretaker manager and his one match in charge resulted in a 1–1 draw with Blackpool the following night.
[19] In February 2006, Thompson joined Conference North club Hucknall Town as assistant to manager Kevin Wilson.
[22] Thompson is an Aston Villa supporter and has worked in PR, as a driver and as a summariser for BBC WM.