About John Finlay
Lived 1919 – 1985 (aged 66). John Finlay was an association football player.
John Finlay (16 February 1919 – 5 March 1985) was an English professional footballer born in Birtley who played as an inside forward for Grimsby Town, Sunderland, and Carlisle United. Finlay signed for Sunderland in 1938, then played as a guest player for Carlisle United in the 1939/1940 season but due to WWII, had to wait to make his debut for Sunderland on 11 September 1946 in their 4th match of the season in Division 1 against Charlton Athletic. Finlay retired from professional football just two months later in November 1946.
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Who was John Finlay?
English footballer (1919-1985)
When was John Finlay born?
John Finlay was born on 16 February 1919 in Birtley.
When did John Finlay die?
John Finlay died on 5 March 1985 in Cleveland.
What was John Finlay's occupation?
John Finlay was an association football player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Finlay. https://biography.guide/john-finlay-association-football-player/
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