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John Petrie

1867 – 1932

Scottish footballer

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Lived 1867 – 1932 (aged 65). John Petrie was a British association football player and association football coach.

John Hosie "Jocky" Petrie (21 June 1867 – 13 July 1932) was a Scottish footballer who played for Arbroath as a forward. He holds the record for the most goals ever scored in a senior British football game with 13 goals.

Career Petrie signed for Arbroath from local club Strathmore. On 12 September 1885, Petrie, at the age of 18, scored 13 times for Arbroath in a record 36–0 win over Bon Accord. In 1891, Petrie signed for Distillery, playing in the Irish League for a season, before returning to Arbroath. After retiring from football, Petrie later held roles as a kitman, trainer and groundsman for Arbroath until his retirement in 1920, where his career was commemorated with a benefit match against rivals Forfar Athletic, held on his behalf.

Aftermath At an international level, his record was not equaled until 2001 by Archie Thompson who scored 13 goals for Australia in a 31–0 win over American Samoa.

A street in Arbroath, Petrie Way, is named in his honour.

In 2017, Petrie was inducted into Arbroath's hall of fame.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Petrie?

Scottish footballer

When was John Petrie born?

John Petrie was born on 21 June 1867 in Arbroath.

When did John Petrie die?

John Petrie died on 13 July 1932 in Arbroath.

What was John Petrie's occupation?

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

What nationality was John Petrie?

John Petrie was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Petrie

· Wikidata: Q3291497

· DBpedia: Jocky Petrie (footballer)

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