About Jimmy Naylor
Lived 1901 – 1983 (aged 81–82). Jimmy Naylor was a British association football player.
James Naylor (2 March 1901 – 31 August 1983) was an English professional footballer who played for Oldham Athletic, Huddersfield Town, Newcastle United, Manchester City and Macclesfield. He made only one appearance for Manchester City, against Middlesbrough on 7 January 1933, when he deputised for Jackie Bray. He was born in High Crompton, Lancashire.
After leaving Macclesfield, he played for Nelson and Wigan Athletic.
Honours Huddersfield Town FA Cup runner-up: 1929–30
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Who was Jimmy Naylor?
English footballer (1901-1983)
When was Jimmy Naylor born?
Jimmy Naylor was born on 2 March 1901 in High Crompton.
When did Jimmy Naylor die?
Jimmy Naylor died in 1983.
What was Jimmy Naylor's occupation?
Jimmy Naylor was an association football player.
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Jimmy Naylor was British.
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