Nick Richardson


Nicholas John "Nick" Richardson is a former English professional footballer, who played in the Football League between the 1980s and 2000s.

Halifax and Cardiff

Born in Halifax, Yorkshire, Richardson began his career playing non-league football for Emley before joining Halifax Town in 1988. He quickly established himself in the side and was a regular for three and a half seasons before signing for Cardiff City for £35,000. During his first season he won both a Division Three title and a Welsh Cup winners medal, after the Bluebirds beat Rhyl 5–0 in the final.
He had loan spells at Wrexham and Chester City,

Bury and Chester

He left to join Bury in 1995 where he spent just one month before moving permanently to Chester City for £40,000.

Later career

Richardson returned to The Football League with York City for a year before joining Harrogate Town. After 9 years as a qualified Computing and IT teacher he now runs a business along with his brother Lee also a former professional footballer.

Personal life

Nick's younger brother Lee was also a footballer and played alongside him during his time at Halifax.