Vinnie Jones' epic goalkeeping display for Wimbledon v Newcastle in 1995 remembered | OneFootball

Vinnie Jones enjoyed a successful football career.

Jones played a total of 11 seasons in England’s top tier, turning out for the likes of Wimbledon, Leeds United, Sheffield United and Chelsea.

Jones was a tough tackling and strong footballers who established himself as one of the most intimidating players in Premier League history.

While he primarily played as a midfielder, the Welshman was also handy between the sticks.

And he showed that in a match for Wimbledon against Newcastle on October 21, 1995.

Newcastle dominated the first half at St James’ Park and went into the break with a three-goal lead.

Things went from bad-to-worse for Wimbledon after the break when goalkeeper Paul Heald was sent off.

The London outfit had already used their three substitutions so an outfield player was forced to go in goal.

Jones took the gloves and proceeded to put in a brilliant performance between the sticks.

It’s now been 27 years since Jones’ iconic performance in Newcastle. View his highlights from the game below…

And view a slightly longer video of Jones’ performance, which shows the goals he conceded, below…

Jones thwarted Newcastle’s attackers on numerous occasions, including producing a terrific double-save.

Premier League legends Les Ferdinand and David Ginola were among the players that saw efforts saved by Jones.

He also played up to the crowd after a shot went off target and did keepie-ups when no one was around him in his own half.

He ended up conceding three goals during his time in goal but he had no chance for two of the goals. The game ended 6-1 but it would have been a lot worse without him.

Jones was a decent midfielder who played over 250 games in England’s top tier. But maybe he should have been a goalkeeper!

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