Career
Metcalfe, a talented midfielder, began his career with his local club Blackburn Rovers in 1967. He would become one of the pillars of the club during the 1970s, part of a trio of players who stayed loyal to the club through the decade including Tony Parkes and Derek Fazackerley. After leaving Blackburn in 1980, he joined Carlisle United before joining American Soccer League club Carolina Lightnin" in 1981.
A brief spell at Crewe Alexandra and a return to Blackburn followed before leaving League football to play for Chorley F.C.
