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Mark Bell

1881 – 1961

Scottish footballer

Association football player
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About Mark Bell

Lived 1881 – 1961 (aged 80). Mark Bell was a British association football player.

Southampton In 1902, he moved to the south coast of England, where Southampton were attempting to reclaim the Southern League title, and recruited six new players, including fellow Scots, Tom Robertson from Liverpool and Jack Fraser from St Mirren.

Bell made his debut on 18 October 1902, standing in for Joe Turner, in a 1–1 draw at Kettering Town. Injury prevented him from making regular appearances, although he made six consecutive league (and three in the FA Cup) in January and February replacing the injured Dick Evans. Bell contributed six league goals, plus one in the cup, including a pair in an 11–0 victory over Watford on 13 December 1902. This remains the "Saints" joint highest victory margin in League football.

After the First World War he emigrated to Australia in 1919.

Honours Heart of Midlothian Scottish Cup winners: 1901

Southampton Southern League championship: 1902–03

Fulham Southern League championship: 1905–06, 1906–07

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Important facts

Born
8 February 1881, Edinburgh
Birth century
19th century
Died
22 October 1961, Edinburgh
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Mark Bell?

Scottish footballer (1881-1961)

When was Mark Bell born?

Mark Bell was born on 8 February 1881 in Edinburgh.

When did Mark Bell die?

Mark Bell died on 22 October 1961 in Edinburgh.

What was Mark Bell's occupation?

Mark Bell was an association football player.

What nationality was Mark Bell?

Mark Bell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mark Bell

· Wikidata: Q6766701

· DBpedia: Mark Bell (footballer)

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