About Herbert Blake
Lived 1894 – 1958 (aged 63–64). Herbert Blake was a British association football player.
Herbert Blake (26 August 1894 – 1958) was a professional footballer who played for Bristol City, Tottenham Hotspur and Kettering Town.
Career Blake began his career at the non-League club Fishponds before joining Bristol City in 1914 where he played a solitary match. In 1919 the goalkeeper had a trial at Preston North End. Blake moved on to Welsh Southern League club Mid-Rhondda before joining Tottenham Hotspur where he went on to appear in 56 matches in all competitions between 1921 and 1923. He ended his career at Kettering Town.
Personal life Blake's nephew Bert Blake also became a professional footballer. He served in the British Armed Forces during the First World War.
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Who was Herbert Blake?
English footballer (1894-1958)
When was Herbert Blake born?
Herbert Blake was born on 26 August 1894 in Bristol.
When did Herbert Blake die?
Herbert Blake died in 1958.
What was Herbert Blake's occupation?
Herbert Blake was an association football player.
What nationality was Herbert Blake?
Herbert Blake was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herbert Blake. https://biography.guide/herbert-blake/
MLA: "Herbert Blake." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herbert-blake/.
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