About Eric Bell
Lived 1929 – 2012 (aged 82). Eric Bell was a British association football player.
Eric Bell (27 November 1929 – 22 July 2012) was an English football wing half who played in the 1950s. He only played for one club, Bolton Wanderers, for the whole of his senior career, and made over 100 Football League appearances for them.
He played for Bolton in the 1953 FA Cup final but was injured during the game. However, he still managed to score, and put Bolton 3–1 up, although they eventually lost to Blackpool 4–3.
Despite success at club level, he failed to receive a call-up for the England national team.
On 22 July 2012 Eric Bell died at the age of 82 after battling with Alzheimer's disease.
Honours Bolton Wanderers FA Cup runner-up: 1952–53
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Eric Bell?
English footballer (1929-2012)
When was Eric Bell born?
Eric Bell was born on 27 November 1929 in Manchester.
When did Eric Bell die?
Eric Bell died on 22 July 2012 in Manchester.
What was Eric Bell's occupation?
Eric Bell was an association football player.
What nationality was Eric Bell?
Eric Bell was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Eric Bell (footballer, born 1929)
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