About Albert Keating
Lived 1902 – 1984 (aged 82). Albert Keating was a British association football player.
Albert Edward Keating (28 June 1902 – 18 October 1984) was an English footballer who played as an inside left. He made 175 Football League appearances in the years after the First World War.
Career Keating played locally for Prudhoe Castle, then joined Newcastle United for £130 in January 1922. Alex Raisbeck signed Smailes for £650 in November 1925 for Bristol City. Keating joined Blackburn Rovers along with Clarrie Bourton for £4,000 in May 1928. He moved to Cardiff City in February 1931 before rejoining Bristol City in November 1932. In July 1933 Keating returned to his native north-east and joined North Shields. His last club was Throckley Welfare. After retiring from playing Keating became a referee on Tyneside.
Honours with Bristol City Football League Third Division South winner: 1926–27
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Who was Albert Keating?
English footballer (1902-1984)
When was Albert Keating born?
Albert Keating was born on 28 June 1902 in Swillington.
When did Albert Keating die?
Albert Keating died on 18 October 1984 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
What was Albert Keating's occupation?
Albert Keating was an association football player.
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Albert Keating was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Keating. https://biography.guide/albert-keating/
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