John Challinor (5 August 1916 – 1981) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Stoke City.

Career

Challinor was born in Middlewich and played for Witton Albion before joining Stoke City in 1937. He became a regular in the 1937–38 season due to injury to Charlie Scrimshaw, playing in 34 matches. He managed to make a modest 12 in the following campaign and left for Irish club Linfield. He did well with the Belfast club, and later managed the club for a few years.

Career statistics

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Stoke City1937–38First Division31030340
1938–39First Division12000120
Career total43030460