John Illingworth
English footballer
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| Intro | English footballer | |
| Places | United Kingdom Great Britain England | |
| was | Athlete Football player Association football player | |
| Work field | Sports | |
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| Birth | 3 September 1904, Castleford | |
| Death | 1 January 1964 (aged 59 years) |
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Biography
John William Illingworth (3 September 1904 – 1964) was an English professional footballer who played for Castleford Town, Northfleet United, Tottenham Hotspur, Swansea City and Barry Town.
Football career
Illingworth began his playing career at his local club Castleford Town before joining the Tottenham Hotspur "nursery" club Northfleet United. In 1929 the right back signed for Tottenham Hotspur where he featured in 12 matches in all competitions for the Lilywhites between 1929–34. After leaving White Hart Lane, Illingworth had a spell at Swansea City and finally Barry Town.