About David Mercer
Lived 1893 – 1950 (aged 57). David Mercer was a British association football player.
Personal life Mercer was the older brother of fellow footballer Arthur Mercer and the pair briefly played together at Sheffield United, while his other brother Richard was an amateur footballer. David's son, also named David, also became a professional footballer. Second Division 2 0 0 0 2 0 1914–15 Second Division 38 4 5 0 43 4 1919–20 Third Division South 28 0 1 0 29 0
119 26 7 0 126 26
Honours Sheffield United FA Cup: 1924–25
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Mercer?
English footballer (1893-1950)
When was David Mercer born?
David Mercer was born on 20 March 1893 in St Helens.
When did David Mercer die?
David Mercer died on 1 June 1950 in Newton Abbot.
What was David Mercer's occupation?
David Mercer was an association football player.
What nationality was David Mercer?
David Mercer was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Mercer (footballer, born 1893)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Mercer. https://biography.guide/david-mercer-association-football-player-1893/
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