John MacPhail (born 7 December 1955) is a Scottish former footballer who played as a defender.
From Dundee MacPhail journeyed south to Sheffield United.
He stayed at United for five years, making 135 appearances and forming an effective partnership in central defence with Tony Kenworthy.
[4] MacPhail left York for Bristol City in July 1986.
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