About John Whibley
Lived 1892 – 1972 (aged 79–80). John Whibley was a British association football player.
Playing career
Whibley was born in Sittingbourne, Kent and began his youth career with local club Sittingbourne F.C. He signed for Crystal Palace, then playing in the Southern League, in 1911, and over the following seasons, up until the outbreak of World War I, was a reserve player making only 20 appearances, scoring three times. but he returned to play for Crystal Palace in the 1919–1920 season (35 appearances, nine goals). making 32 appearances and scoring five times. He had made a total of 146 League appearances for Crystal Palace, scoring 27 goals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Whibley?
English footballer (1892-1972)
When was John Whibley born?
John Whibley was born in 1892 in Sittingbourne.
When did John Whibley die?
John Whibley died in 1972.
What was John Whibley's occupation?
John Whibley was an association football player.
What nationality was John Whibley?
John Whibley was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Whibley. https://biography.guide/john-whibley/
MLA: "John Whibley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-whibley/.
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