About John Harris
Lived 1939 – 2023 (aged 83–84). John Harris was a British association football player.
John Harris (3 April 1939 – September 2023) was an English professional footballer who played as a full-back. He played in the Football League for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Walsall.
Career Harris joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in 1955 as a junior. He signed professional forms in May 1958, and made his senior debut on 26 August 1961 in a 3–2 win against West Ham United. However, he broke his leg the following week in only his second appearance and was out of the first team until December 1962, when he made his final appearance for the club. He made a total of 3 appearances in the Football League for Wolves.
In January 1965, Harris moved to Midlands neighbours Walsall. He made 74 league appearances, - many as captain - in the Third Division for the Saddlers, before he dropped into non-league football with Rushall Olympic.
Death Harris died in September 2023, at the age of 84.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Harris?
English footballer born in 1939 (1939–2023)
When was John Harris born?
John Harris was born on 3 April 1939 in Sedgley.
When did John Harris die?
John Harris died in 2023.
What was John Harris's occupation?
John Harris was an association football player.
What nationality was John Harris?
John Harris was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Harris (footballer, born 1939)
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