About Benny Cross
Lived 1898 – 1986 (aged 87–88). Benny Cross was a British association football player.
Benjamin Cross (23 August 1898 – 1986) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside forward for Burnley. He stood 5 ft 6ins and weighed 9st 10 lbs.
Early life Cross was born in Birkenhead and played for junior teams there. During the First World War he played for Liverpool, and then joined Burnley which at that time were one of the best UK teams.
Career He forged a famous attacking partnership with Weaver, and captained England schoolboys against Scotland at the international level, going on to play for England. He held an English league championship medal for 1920–21 season.
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Who was Benny Cross?
English footballer (1898-1986)
When was Benny Cross born?
Benny Cross was born on 23 August 1898 in Birkenhead.
When did Benny Cross die?
Benny Cross died in 1986.
What was Benny Cross's occupation?
Benny Cross was an association football player.
What nationality was Benny Cross?
Benny Cross was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Benny Cross. https://biography.guide/benny-cross/
MLA: "Benny Cross." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/benny-cross/.
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