About James Riley
Lived 1880 – 1938 (aged 57–58). James Riley was a British association football player.
James Edward Riley (1880-1938) was an English professional footballer who played as a full back. He played in the Football League for Burnley.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Riley?
English footballer (1880-1938)
When was James Riley born?
James Riley was born in 1880 in England.
When did James Riley die?
James Riley died in 1938 in Burnley.
What was James Riley's occupation?
James Riley was an association football player.
What nationality was James Riley?
James Riley was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Riley (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Riley. https://biography.guide/james-riley-association-football-player-1880/
MLA: "James Riley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-riley-association-football-player-1880/.
Chicago: "James Riley." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-riley-association-football-player-1880/.
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