About Harry Lilley
Lived 1868 – 1900 (aged 31–32). Harry Lilley was a British association football player.
International career Along with fellow United player Michael Whitham, Lilley was selected for an international trial in February 1892 and made his one and only appearance for England the following month against Wales.
Personal life He was not well during the last few months of his life, losing sight in one eye because of an accident at Christmastime 1899, and suffering from consumption, and effects of an abdominal injury suffered late in his playing career. Lilley was the brother of goalkeeper and fellow Sheffield United player Will Lilley.
Honours Sheffield United Football League Division Two Runner-up: 1892–93
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Who was Harry Lilley?
English footballer (1868-1900)
When was Harry Lilley born?
Harry Lilley was born in 1868 in Staveley.
When did Harry Lilley die?
Harry Lilley died on 30 August 1900 in Worksop.
What was Harry Lilley's occupation?
Harry Lilley was an association football player.
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Harry Lilley was British.
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