George Forbes (footballer, born 1868)
George Forbes (born 29 November 1868) was an Irish international footballer who played as a full back.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | George Forbes | ||
Date of birth | 29 November 1868 | ||
Place of birth | Canada | ||
Place of death | Canada | ||
Position(s) | Full back | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1887–1888 | Limavady United | ? | (?) |
1888–1889 | St Columb's Court | ? | (?) |
1889–1892 | Distillery | 33 | (1) |
1892–1894 | Glentoran | 5 | (0) |
1894–1896 | Distillery | 21 | (0) |
1896–1898 | St Columb's Court | ? | (?) |
Total | 59 | (1) | |
National team | |||
1888–1891 | Ireland | 3 | (0) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only |
Career
Born in Canada, Forbes settled in Ireland, and played club football with Limavady United, St Columb's Court, Distillery and Glentoran.
He also earned three caps for Ireland between 1888 and 1891.
After finishing his playing career, Forbes returned to Canada.
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