About Tommy Bamford
Lived 1905 – 1967 (aged 62). Tommy Bamford was a British association football player and association football coach.
Thomas Bamford (2 November 1905 – 12 December 1967 He also represented Wales at international level, winning five caps.
Career
Born in Port Talbot,
He transferred to Manchester United in 1934 along with teammate Billy Bryant. After numerous Football League sides refused to release their players for the match due to a fixture clash, the Welsh side for the match was made of largely players from the lower divisions, the Welsh Leagues and non-league. The team became known as "Keenor and the unknowns" in reference to captain Fred Keenor and the relative obscurity of the players who featured in the team with him.
International goals Results list Wales' goal tally first. Goal Date Venue Opponent Result Competition 1 25 October 1930 Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland 1–1 1930–31 British Home Championship
Later life Following his retirement, Bamford worked in a local steelworks. He died in Wrexham in December 1967 at the age of 62.
Honours Wrexham Welsh Cup: 1930–31
Manchester United Football League Second Division: 1935–36
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tommy Bamford?
Welsh footballer (1905-1967)
When was Tommy Bamford born?
Tommy Bamford was born on 2 November 1905 in Port Talbot.
When did Tommy Bamford die?
Tommy Bamford died on 12 December 1967 in Wrexham.
What was Tommy Bamford's occupation?
Tommy Bamford was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Tommy Bamford?
Tommy Bamford was British.
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