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Arthur Crompton

1903 – 1987

English footballer

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About Arthur Crompton

Lived 1903 – 1987 (aged 83–84). Arthur Crompton was a British association football player.

Arthur Crompton (9 January 1903 – 1987) was a professional footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur, Southend United, Brentford, Crystal Palace, Tranmere Rovers and Northwich Victoria.

Football career Crompton began his career playing for Devon County, and later he represented the British Army football team.

The versatile winger who could play on either flank, joined Tottenham Hotspur in 1928. He scored on his 'Lilywhites' debut in a 2–1 defeat to Bristol City at Ashton Gate in November 1928 in the old Second Division. Crompton featured in 15 matches, netting three goals in his time at White Hart Lane.

Crompton signed for Southend United in 1930 where he went on to make 58 appearances, scoring on 20 occasions.

In 1932, Crompton joined Brentford and notched up a further 14 goals in 43 matches before signing for Crystal Palace.

Crompton featured in 26 games, scoring six goals in his spell at Selhurst Park.

He moved onto Tranmere Rovers in 1935, before finally ending his career at Northwich Victoria.

Honours Brentford Football League Third Division South: 1932–33

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Who was Arthur Crompton?

English footballer (1903-1987)

When was Arthur Crompton born?

Arthur Crompton was born on 9 January 1903 in Birmingham.

When did Arthur Crompton die?

Arthur Crompton died in 1987.

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Arthur Crompton was an association football player.

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Arthur Crompton was British.

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· Wikipedia: Arthur Crompton

· Wikidata: Q4798362

· DBpedia: Arthur Crompton

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