Machin was a footballer who played for Burslem Port Vale in the early 1900s.
Machin joined Burslem Port Vale in September 1900, making his debut at the Athletic Ground in a goalless draw with Grimsby Town on 3 November.
[1] He made three further Second Division appearances in the 1900–01 season.
[1] He played two games in the 1901–02 campaign, and featured once in both the 1902–03 and 1903–04 seasons.
[1] He was released at the end of the 1904–05 season.