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Joe Crozier

1914 – 1985

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About Joe Crozier

Lived 1914 – 1985 (aged 70). Joe Crozier was a British association football player and association football coach.

Playing career Crozier began his career at junior team Strathclyde and moved to Scottish League Second Division club East Fife in 1934. He made 100 appearances for the club and earned a £1,000 move to English First Division club Brentford in May 1937. As a testament to his longevity, Crozier made 114 of his 200 league appearances consecutively and as of August 2023, During the war, Crozier played as a guest at Hibernian and Airdrieonians. He departed Brentford in 1949 and ended his career with spells at non-League clubs Chelmsford City, Kidderminster Harriers and Ashford Town.

International career Crozier won three unofficial caps for Scotland in three wartime internationals versus England in 1943 and 1944. He conceded 16 goals in three defeats.

Personal life Crozier served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. After retiring from football, he became managing director of Cory Lighterage and a Freeman of the City of London.

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Honours

Brentford Hall of Fame

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joe Crozier?

footballer (1914-1985)

When was Joe Crozier born?

Joe Crozier was born on 2 December 1914 in Coatbridge.

When did Joe Crozier die?

Joe Crozier died on 27 July 1985 in Greenwich.

What was Joe Crozier's occupation?

Joe Crozier was an association football player and association football coach.

What nationality was Joe Crozier?

Joe Crozier was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joe Crozier

· Wikidata: Q17496498

· DBpedia: Joe Crozier (footballer, born 1914)

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