John Simpson
English footballer, born 1918
About John Simpson
Lived 1918 – 2000 (aged 81). John Simpson was a British association football player and association football coach.
John Simpson (27 October 1918 – 21 June 2000) was an English-born footballer who played as a left back in The Football League in the 1940s and 1950s.
After playing as an amateur for Hull City reserves, he started his league career with Huddersfield Town and then moved to York City, first playing for them in 1947–48. He went on to play over 200 games for the Minstermen.
In 1971, he joined Cambridge United and helped them to 2 promotion successes.
In summer 1977, he was appointed physiotherapist at York City. He retired in May 1983 after a testimonial game against Leeds United.
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Who was John Simpson?
English footballer, born 1918
When was John Simpson born?
John Simpson was born on 27 October 1918 in Kingston upon Hull.
When did John Simpson die?
John Simpson died on 21 June 2000 in Market Weighton.
What was John Simpson's occupation?
John Simpson was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John Simpson?
John Simpson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Simpson (footballer, born 1918)
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