About Joe Johnson
Lived 1920 – 2005 (aged 84). Joe Johnson was a British association football player.
Joseph Robert Johnson (13 September 1920 – 1 September 2005) was a Scottish professional football player who is best known for his time with Rangers.
Born in Greenock, Johnson began his career at Arthurlie before joining Rangers in 1947. He stayed with the club for five years making sporadic appearances and going on loan to Falkirk in 1950. He then moved to England and had season long spells with Lincoln City and Workington. Upon returning to Scotland, Johnson joined Elgin City, who at that time were not in the Scottish Football League. He died on 31 May 1988 in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Johnson?
Scottish footballer (1920-2005)
When was Joe Johnson born?
Joe Johnson was born on 13 September 1920 in Greenock.
When did Joe Johnson die?
Joe Johnson died on 1 September 2005 in Columbia.
What was Joe Johnson's occupation?
Joe Johnson was an association football player.
What nationality was Joe Johnson?
Joe Johnson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Johnson (footballer, born 1920)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Johnson. https://biography.guide/joe-johnson-association-football-player/
MLA: "Joe Johnson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-johnson-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Joe Johnson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-johnson-association-football-player/.
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