Leslie Graham
English footballer and manager
About Leslie Graham
Lived 1924 – 1998 (aged 73–74). Leslie Graham was a British association football player and association football coach.
Leslie "Les" Graham (14 May 1924 – 1998) was an English professional footballer and manager.
An inside-forward, Graham began his career at Blackburn Rovers where he made 150 Football League appearances. He joined Newport County in 1952 and made 96 appearances, scoring 39 goals. Graham joined Watford in 1955 but later returned to Newport in 1957 making a further 64 appearances, scoring 15 goals. In 1959 he joined Cambridge City, but only stayed at Milton Road until October 1959.
Player-Manager at Merthyr Tydfil during the 1963–64 season, in 1967, he was appointed manager of Newport County and he retained the position until 1969.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Leslie Graham?
English footballer and manager (1924-1998)
When was Leslie Graham born?
Leslie Graham was born on 14 May 1924 in Flixton.
When did Leslie Graham die?
Leslie Graham died in 1998.
What was Leslie Graham's occupation?
Leslie Graham was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Leslie Graham?
Leslie Graham was British.
Sources & further reading
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