About Dave Blakey
Lived 1929 – 2014 (aged 84). Dave Blakey was a British association football player.
David Blakey (29 August 1929 – 4 April 2014) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre half. Blakey spent his entire senior career with Chesterfield. He is the club's record appearance holder, making 617 appearances in the Football League and 658 appearances in all competitions. After retiring as a player he worked as a scout at a number of clubs.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Blakey?
English professional footballer (1929-2014)
When was Dave Blakey born?
Dave Blakey was born on 22 August 1929 in Newburn.
When did Dave Blakey die?
Dave Blakey died on 4 April 2014.
What was Dave Blakey's occupation?
Dave Blakey was an association football player.
What nationality was Dave Blakey?
Dave Blakey was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Blakey. https://biography.guide/dave-blakey/
MLA: "Dave Blakey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-blakey/.
Chicago: "Dave Blakey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dave-blakey/.
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