John Burke (born 1956) is an Irish former footballer who played as a central defender.
Along with Jackie Jameson he joined Shamrock Rovers in 1975 from Cherry Orchard.
They both were in the 18 man Rovers party that toured Japan in September 1975.
[citation needed] Burke signed for Shelbourne in 1981.
And in 1984 signed for Sligo Rovers and played in the last ever game at Glenmalure Park on 12 April 1987.