About Ian Smith
Born 1957. Ian Smith is a British association football player.
Ian Ralph Smith (born 15 February 1957) is an English former professional footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur, Rotherham United, Bishop's Stortford and represented England at youth level.
Playing career Smith joined Tottenham Hotspur as an apprentice in April 1974. The full back went on to make two first team appearances for the Lilies in 1975. He transferred to Rotherham United in June 1976 where he featured in four matches. Smith went on to have a spell at non-league Bishops Stortford.
Post-football career Smith became assistant academy director at Ipswich Town. He left the Portman Road club by mutual agreement in April 2004.
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Who is Ian Smith?
English footballer (born 1957)
When was Ian Smith born?
Ian Smith was born on 15 February 1957 in Rotherham.
What is Ian Smith's occupation?
Ian Smith is an association football player.
What nationality is Ian Smith?
Ian Smith is British.
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· DBpedia: Ian Smith (footballer, born 1957)
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