About Jimmy Melia
Lived 1874 – 1905 (aged 30–31). Jimmy Melia was a British association football player.
James Melia (2 April 1874 - February 1905) was a professional football player who played for Sheffield Wednesday, Tottenham Hotspur and Preston North End.
Career Malia started his career with Sheffield Wednesday and spent two seasons at the club before moving to Tottenham Hotspur where he spent three seasons. After Spurs he had a spell with Preston North End. Then in February 1905 he fell ill and died at the age of 30.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmy Melia?
association football player (1874-1905)
When was Jimmy Melia born?
Jimmy Melia was born on 2 April 1874 in Darlington.
When did Jimmy Melia die?
Jimmy Melia died in 1905 in Darlington.
What was Jimmy Melia's occupation?
Jimmy Melia was an association football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Melia?
Jimmy Melia was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Melia (footballer, born 1874)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Melia. https://biography.guide/jimmy-melia/
MLA: "Jimmy Melia." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmy-melia/.
Chicago: "Jimmy Melia." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jimmy-melia/.
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