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Andrew Leach

1851 – 1904

Association football player

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About Andrew Leach

Lived 1851 – 1904 (aged 53). Andrew Leach was an association football player.

Andrew John Leach (16 September 1851 – 7 November 1904) was an English footballer in the early days of the sport. He played for Oxford University in the 1873 FA Cup Final.

Early life Leach was born in Hampstead, London. He attended Highgate School and later St John's College, Oxford.

Football career Leach was a founder member of Oxford University A.F.C. in 1871, shortly after his arrival at the university. He played regularly for the club, and was chosen to play in the 1873 FA Cup Final against Wanderers.

Later life Leach went on to qualify as a barrister, being called to the bar in 1876 at Lincoln's Inn. He subsequently became a Puisne judge in Shanghai. He died in Bournemouth at the age of 53.

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Education
Highgate School, St John's College
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Andrew John Leach

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Andrew Leach?

association football player (1851-1904)

When was Andrew Leach born?

Andrew Leach was born on 16 September 1851.

When did Andrew Leach die?

Andrew Leach died on 7 November 1904.

What was Andrew Leach's occupation?

Andrew Leach was an association football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andrew Leach

· Wikidata: Q23301479

· DBpedia: Andrew Leach (footballer)

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