About Jack Percival
Lived 1913 – 1979 (aged 65–66). Jack Percival was a British association football player.
Jack Percival (16 May 1913 – 1979) was an English footballer who played in the half back position for Manchester City between 1933 and 1946 and then for Bournemouth & Boscombe Athletic and Murton Colliery Welfare.
Career Percival became a Manchester City player in 1933 making his debut in a 1–0 victory against Aston Villa. Bobby Marshall scored the goal for City in that game. He began to become a regular in the team in 1936, replacing Matt Busby who was eventually sold to Liverpool. During his time at Manchester City, Percival picked up a Championship medal and a Division Two title. He played until 1946, appearing 161 times and scoring eight goals.
Honours
Manchester City Football League First Division: 1936–37 Football League Second Division: 1946–47
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Percival?
English footballer
When was Jack Percival born?
Jack Percival was born on 16 May 1913 in Pittington.
When did Jack Percival die?
Jack Percival died in 1979.
What was Jack Percival's occupation?
Jack Percival was an association football player.
What nationality was Jack Percival?
Jack Percival was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Percival (footballer, born 1913)
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