About John Cooper
Lived 1898 – 1975 (aged 76–77). John Cooper was a British association football player.
John Cooper (24 February 1897 – 16 September 1975) was an English footballer who had a brief professional career with Southampton in the 1920s.
Football career Cooper was born in Wednesbury, Staffordshire and joined Darlaston playing in the Birmingham & District League. Described as "the best inside-right in the Birmingham League", he topped the goalscoring charts whilst with Darlaston. He soon became the target for talent scouts from several top clubs, including Manchester United, Cardiff City and Sunderland. although he failed to make any first-team appearances before fading into obscurity.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Cooper?
English footballer (1898-1975)
When was John Cooper born?
John Cooper was born in 1898 in Wednesbury.
When did John Cooper die?
John Cooper died on 16 September 1975 in Wednesbury.
What was John Cooper's occupation?
John Cooper was an association football player.
What nationality was John Cooper?
John Cooper was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Cooper (footballer, born 1897)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Cooper. https://biography.guide/john-cooper-association-football-player/
MLA: "John Cooper." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-cooper-association-football-player/.
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