About Gordon Stewart
Lived 1927 – 1980 (aged 52–53). Gordon Stewart was an association football player.
James Gordon Stewart (7 August 1927 — December 1980) was a South African footballer who played as an inside forward.
Career In October 1951, Stewart travelled to England to sign for Leeds United from South African club Parkhill, after impressing for South Africa during a Wolverhampton Wanderers tour of the country. In just over a year at the club, Stewart made 11 first team appearances during his time at Leeds, scoring twice. In 1953, Stewart returned to his native South Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon Stewart?
South African soccer player
When was Gordon Stewart born?
Gordon Stewart was born on 7 August 1927 in Cape Town.
When did Gordon Stewart die?
Gordon Stewart died in 1980 in Natal (province), South Africa national football team.
What was Gordon Stewart's occupation?
Gordon Stewart was an association football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gordon Stewart (soccer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gordon Stewart. https://biography.guide/gordon-stewart-association-football-player/
MLA: "Gordon Stewart." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gordon-stewart-association-football-player/.
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