About Hugh Lafferty
Lived 1901 – 1970 (aged 69). Hugh Lafferty was a British association football player.
Hugh Lafferty (16 November 1901 – 24 December 1970) was a Scottish association football half back who played professionally in Scotland, England and the United States.
Lafferty spent time with teams in both Scotland (St Johnstone) and England (Fulham), who later progressed to their countries' respective top divisions, before moving to the United States in 1929 to join the New York Nationals of the American Soccer League. In 1930, the Nationals were renamed the Giants and Lafferty played for them through the 1931 season. He was married with three children and retired to Kilsyth in Scotland.
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Who was Hugh Lafferty?
Scottish footballer (1901-1970)
When was Hugh Lafferty born?
Hugh Lafferty was born on 16 November 1901 in Glasgow.
When did Hugh Lafferty die?
Hugh Lafferty died on 24 December 1970 in Glasgow.
What was Hugh Lafferty's occupation?
Hugh Lafferty was an association football player.
What nationality was Hugh Lafferty?
Hugh Lafferty was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hugh Lafferty. https://biography.guide/hugh-lafferty/
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