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Jack Haines

1920 – 1987

English footballer

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About Jack Haines

Lived 1920 – 1987 (aged 66). Jack Haines was a British association football player.

John Thomas William Haines (24 April 1920 – 13 March 1987) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside forward. During his playing career, Haines made over 300 appearances in the Football League, and earned one cap for the England national side in 1948.

Career

Club career Born in Wickhamford, Haines played his early football for Evesham Town, Badsey Rangers, Charlton Kings and Cheltenham Town, before joining Liverpool in 1937. He never made a league appearance for Liverpool, and his playing career was interrupted in 1939 by World War II. When play resumed in 1946, Haines moved to Swansea Town, and later played for Leicester City, West Bromwich Albion, Bradford Park Avenue, Rochdale and Chester, before playing non-league football with Wellington United, Kidderminster Harriers and Evesham Town.

During the war, Haines guested for clubs including Wrexham, Doncaster Rovers, Notts County, Bradford Park Avenue and Lincoln City.

International career Haines made his international debut for England on 2 December 1948 against Switzerland. He scored twice in a 6–0 victory but was never selected again.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jack Haines?

English footballer (1920–1987)

When was Jack Haines born?

Jack Haines was born on 24 April 1920 in Evesham.

When did Jack Haines die?

Jack Haines died on 13 March 1987 in Worcester.

What was Jack Haines's occupation?

Jack Haines was an association football player.

What nationality was Jack Haines?

Jack Haines was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jack Haines

· Wikidata: Q6112871

· DBpedia: Jack Haines

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