John Ball (13 March 1925 – 16 July 1998) was an English footballer who played at right back for Manchester United and Bolton Wanderers in the late 1940s and 1950s.
Born in Ince-in-Makerfield, Lancashire, Ball began his football career with Wigan Athletic during the Second World War.
In just over two years with United, Ball was never a regular starter in the first team, serving as understudy to Johnny Carey at right back, and he made just 23 appearances in total for the club.
In September 1950, he was sold to Bolton Wanderers as part of an exchange deal for Harry McShane.
He remained in the position for three years, before retiring from football altogether and set up a painting and decorating business.