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John Wilkinson

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About John Wilkinson

John Wilkinson was a British association football player.

John Wilkinson, alternatively known as Jack Wilkinson, was an English footballer from Durham. He played as an outside left in the Football League for Watford. He made his debut in Watford's first ever Third Division South match, a 0–0 draw with Swansea City on 27 August 1921. He was a first-team regular in the 1921–22 and 1922–23 seasons, but made only three non-consecutive appearances in the following campaign, and was released in May 1924.

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Important facts

Born
Durham
Nationality
Also known as
Jack Wilkinson

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Wilkinson?

English footballer

When was John Wilkinson born?

John Wilkinson was born in Durham.

What was John Wilkinson's occupation?

John Wilkinson was an association football player.

What nationality was John Wilkinson?

John Wilkinson was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Wilkinson

· Wikidata: Q6264061

· DBpedia: John Wilkinson (Watford footballer)

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