About George O'Dell
Lived 1901 – 1971 (aged 69–70). George O'Dell was a British association football player.
George William O'Dell (16 January 1901 – 1971) was an English professional footballer who played as a wing half.
Born in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, O'Dell was signed by Northampton Town from St Albans City in 1927. He spent five seasons at Northampton, making 147 Football League appearances for the club. He joined newly formed Wigan Athletic in 1932, and played in the club's first ever league game. He made 76 Cheshire League appearances in two seasons at the club before returning to the Football League with Newport County in 1934.
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Who was George O'Dell?
English footballer (1901-1971)
When was George O'Dell born?
George O'Dell was born on 16 January 1901 in Hoddesdon.
When did George O'Dell die?
George O'Dell died in 1971.
What was George O'Dell's occupation?
George O'Dell was an association football player.
What nationality was George O'Dell?
George O'Dell was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George O'Dell. https://biography.guide/george-o-dell/
MLA: "George O'Dell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-o-dell/.
Chicago: "George O'Dell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-o-dell/.
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