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John Neal

1899 – 1974

Association football player

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About John Neal

Lived 1899 – 1974 (aged 74–75). John Neal was a British association football coach and association football player.

John Edward Neal (29 November 1899 – 14 January 1965) was a Welsh international footballer who played for UCNW Bangor, Llandudno, Colwyn Bay and Wrexham. He was part of the Wales national football team, playing 2 matches. He played his first match on 25 October 1930 against Scotland and his last match on 22 November 1930 against England.

The Unknowns The Football League refused to allow clubs to release players for internationals if it clashed with a League game. Welsh selectors were forced to pick home based players, including Llandudno-born Neal. The team dubbed 'the Unknowns' and captained by Cardiff City's Fred Keenor gained a 1–1 draw against Scotland at Glasgow's Ibrox Park in October 1930. Neal won his second and final cap in the next match, a 4–0 defeat by England in Wrexham the following month.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1974, Rhos-on-Sea
Also known as
John Edward Neal

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Neal?

association football player (1899-1974)

When was John Neal born?

John Neal was born on 29 November 1899 in Wales.

When did John Neal die?

John Neal died in 1974 in Rhos-on-Sea.

What was John Neal's occupation?

John Neal was an association football coach and association football player.

What nationality was John Neal?

John Neal was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Neal

· Wikidata: Q25207038

· DBpedia: John Neal (Welsh footballer)

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