About Jim Tansey
Born 1953. Jim Tansey is an Australian association football player.
Jim Tansey (born 8 August 1953) is an Australian former soccer player who played as a full-back.
Personal life The son of Everton footballer Jimmy Tansey, Tansey was born in Liverpool, England in 1953. He emigrated to Australia in 1974. He is also the uncle of 2015 Scottish Cup winner, Greg Tansey.
Club career Tansey began his senior playing career for South Liverpool F.C. After moving to Australia, he played for Slavia Melbourne in the Victorian State League. With the start of the National Soccer League (NSL), Tansey moved to Fitzroy United Alexander. He later played for NSL club Footscray JUST.
International career Between 1975 and 1981, Tansey played 19 full international matches for the Australia national team.
Honours Heidelberg United 1980 Grand Final
Individual Argus Medal: 1976 FFA Football Hall of Fame - Medal of Excellence: 2010
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Who is Jim Tansey?
Australian soccer player
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Jim Tansey was born on 8 August 1953 in Liverpool.
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Jim Tansey is an association football player.
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Jim Tansey is Australian.
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