Career
Active in both England and the United States, Cliff made over 120 career appearances. Cliff began his career with Burnley, and made 21 league appearances between 1970 and 1973. Cliff then moved to N ottinghamshire County, making five appearances in the 1973-1974 season.
Cliff then spent a loan spell at Lincoln City, making three appearances, before moving to the North American Soccer League to play with the Chicago Sting.
Upon his return to the Football League in 1976, Cliff played with Tranmere Rovers and Rochdale.