John Smith
English footballer who played as a midfielder for Liverpool F.C. in the 1950s
About John Smith
Lived 1927 – 2000. John Smith was a British association football player.
John Smith (21 December 1927 – August 2000) was an English footballer who played as a midfielder for Liverpool in The Football League. Smith played amateur football for Bromborough Pool before he signed for Liverpool in 1951. He made 27 appearances in each of his first two seasons at the club and scored on his debut in a 2–0 against Derby County He only featured 3 times during the 1953–54 season when the club were relegated to the Second Division. He was transferred to Torquay United at the end of the season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Smith?
English footballer who played as a midfielder for Liverpool F.C. in the 1950s (1927-2000)
When was John Smith born?
John Smith was born on 21 December 1927.
When did John Smith die?
John Smith died in 2000.
What was John Smith's occupation?
John Smith was an association football player.
What nationality was John Smith?
John Smith was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Smith (footballer, born 1927)
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