John William Murphy (21 November 1921 â 2004) was an English professional footballer who played as a wing half.
Murphy had played football in the army. He began his career with Heckmondwike Spen and Liverpool, before turning professional with Bradford City in 1946. Murphy made 146 appearances in the Football League for Bradford, scoring nine goals. He dislocated an elbow in a game in 1949. He later played non-league football with Scarborough and Weybridge.