About Dave Pountney
Born 1939. Dave Pountney is a British association football player.
David Pountney (; born 12 October 1939) is an English former footballer. He played in The Football League for Shrewsbury Town, Aston Villa and Chester City. He played in several positions including winger and wing half.
Playing career Pountney spent six years with Shrewsbury Town after signing in 1957 before making a £20,000 move to Football League First Division side Aston Villa in October 1963.
In 1970, Pountney moved to Chester and made an immediate impact by scoring from 35 yards to help his new employers eliminate Shrewsbury from the Football League Cup. After leaving Chester at the end of the 1972–73 season, Pountney played for non–league sides Oswestry Town and Welshpool Town.
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Who is Dave Pountney?
English footballer (born 1939)
When was Dave Pountney born?
Dave Pountney was born on 12 October 1939 in Baschurch.
What is Dave Pountney's occupation?
Dave Pountney is an association football player.
What nationality is Dave Pountney?
Dave Pountney is British.
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