John Hughes
Association football player
About John Hughes
Lived 1877 – 1950 (aged 73). John Hughes was a British association football coach and association football player.
John Hughes (16 April 1877 – 5 July 1950) was a Welsh international footballer. He was part of the Wales national football team, playing 3 matches. He played his first match on 6 March 1905 against Scotland and his last match on 8 April 1905 against Ireland. At club level, Hughes played for New Brighton Tower, Aberdare Athletic, Liverpool and Plymouth Argyle.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Hughes?
association football player (1877-1950)
When was John Hughes born?
John Hughes was born on 16 April 1877 in Wales.
When did John Hughes die?
John Hughes died on 5 July 1950.
What was John Hughes's occupation?
John Hughes was an association football coach and association football player.
What nationality was John Hughes?
John Hughes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Hughes (footballer, born 1877)
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