John King
Welsh footballer, born 1933
About John King
Lived 1933 – 1982 (aged 49). John King was a British association football player and association football coach.
John King (29 November 1933 – 1982) was a Welsh footballer who played at both professional and international levels as a goalkeeper.
Career Born in Ferndale, King spent his entire professional career with Swansea City, making 368 appearances in the English Football League between 1950 and 1964.
After leaving Swansea, King spent time in non-league football with Bath City, before moving to Australia to play for Sydney Prague.
He also earned one international cap for Wales in 1954.
King died in Australia in December 1982.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John King?
Welsh footballer, born 1933
When was John King born?
John King was born on 29 November 1933 in Ferndale.
When did John King die?
John King died on 1 December 1982 in Australia.
What was John King's occupation?
John King was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John King?
John King was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John King (footballer, born 1933)
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