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David Tong

b. 1955

English footballer (born 1955)

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About David Tong

Born 1955. David Tong is a British association football player.

David Joseph Tong (born 21 September 1955) is an English former professional footballer.

Tong began his career at his hometown club, Blackpool, making his first-team debut against Norwich City on the opening day of the 1974-75 season. He played for the club during the previous spring, at the "Caligaris" International Tournament in Italy. He scored one of Blackpool's goals in their 3–1 victory over Napoli in the final.

He left the club in September 1978 to sign for Shrewsbury Town and went on to play in nearly two hundred matches for the club before being released in 1982. He joined Cardiff City and helped the side to promotion in his first year before being ever-present the following season. He eventually lost his place in the side and, after a loan spell at Rochdale, was allowed to join Bristol City in 1985. His spell at Bristol was short and he spent time at Gillingham and Cambridge United in 1986 before joining non-league side Merthyr Tydfil.

After retiring from football, Tong worked as a postman for Royal Mail in Blackpool.

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David Joseph Tong

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Tong?

English footballer (born 1955)

When was David Tong born?

David Tong was born on 21 September 1955 in Blackpool.

What is David Tong's occupation?

David Tong is an association football player.

What nationality is David Tong?

David Tong is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Tong

· Wikidata: Q5240459

· DBpedia: David Tong (footballer)

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