About George Luke
Lived 1933 – 2010 (aged 76). George Luke was a British association football player.
George Luke (17 December 1933 – 24 March 2010) was an English footballer who played as a left-winger for Newcastle United, Hartlepools United and Darlington in the 1950s and early 1960s.
Luke, a native of Newcastle upon Tyne, began his career at his hometown club Newcastle United, while also working as an apprentice plumber.
In 1959, Luke's form for Hartlepools earned him a return to Newcastle, who paid a £4,000 transfer fee for his services. Luke only spent just over a year back at Newcastle, scoring four goals in 27 matches. He left Newcastle for a second time in January 1961, and finished his career at Darlington where he played until his retirement at the end of the 1962–63 season.
After his retirement from football, Luke opened a carpet shop in Forest Hall, Tyneside, where he lived until his death in March 2010.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Luke?
English footballer (1933-2010)
When was George Luke born?
George Luke was born on 17 December 1933 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
When did George Luke die?
George Luke died on 24 March 2010 in Forest Hall.
What was George Luke's occupation?
George Luke was an association football player.
What nationality was George Luke?
George Luke was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Luke (footballer, born 1933)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Luke. https://biography.guide/george-luke/
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