About Mick Burns
Lived 1908 – 1982 (aged 74). Mick Burns was a British association football player.
Mick Burns (7 June 1908 – 5 September 1982) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. During his career he made over 100 appearances for Newcastle United (taking over from Willie Wilson at the end of 1928), and over 150 appearances for Ipswich Town. Born in Leeholme, he also had a spell at Preston North End, featuring on the losing side in the 1937 FA Cup Final.
Burns played his last Football League game for Ipswich in the Third Division South on 6 October 1951, meaning that almost 60 years later he is still among the oldest players ever to have appeared in the Football League, having been 121 days past his 43rd birthday when he bowed out.
Honours Preston North End FA Cup runner-up: 1936–37
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mick Burns?
English footballer (1908-1982)
When was Mick Burns born?
Mick Burns was born on 7 June 1908 in Leeholme.
When did Mick Burns die?
Mick Burns died on 5 September 1982.
What was Mick Burns's occupation?
Mick Burns was an association football player.
What nationality was Mick Burns?
Mick Burns was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Mick Burns (footballer)
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