About Tommy Forde
Lived 1931 – 2012 (aged 80–81). Tommy Forde was a British association football player.
John Thomas Forde (14 March 1931 – 3 January 2012) was a Northern Irish professional footballer who played as a centre half for Distillery, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Glenavon and Ards. Forde also earned four caps at international level for Northern Ireland between 1958 and 1960.
Forde was the elder brother of Hugh Forde. Tommy Forde died in Adelaide on 3 January 2012, at the age of 80.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tommy Forde?
Northern Irish footballer (born 1931)
When was Tommy Forde born?
Tommy Forde was born on 14 March 1931 in Northern Ireland.
When did Tommy Forde die?
Tommy Forde died in 2012.
What was Tommy Forde's occupation?
Tommy Forde was an association football player.
What nationality was Tommy Forde?
Tommy Forde was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tommy Forde. https://biography.guide/tommy-forde/
MLA: "Tommy Forde." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tommy-forde/.
Chicago: "Tommy Forde." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tommy-forde/.
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