Jack Percival (footballer, born 1913)

Jack Percival (16 May 1913 – 1979) was an English footballer who played in the half back position for Manchester City between 1933 and 1946 and then for Bournemouth & Boscombe Athletic and Murton Coliiery Welfare.

Jack Percival
Personal information
Date of birth (1913-05-16)16 May 1913
Place of birth Pittington, England
Date of death 1979 (aged 6566)
Position(s) Wing half
Youth career
Durham City
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1933–1947 Manchester City 161 (8)
1947–1949 Bournemouth 52 (1)
Murton C.W.
Total 213 (9)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

Career

Percival became a Manchester City player in 1933 making his debut in a 1–0 victory against Aston Villa. Bobby Marshall scored the goal for City in that game. He began to become a regular in the team in 1936, replacing Matt Busby who was eventually sold to Liverpool.[1] During his time at Manchester City, Percival picked up a Championship medal and a Division Two title. He played until 1946, appearing 161 times and scoring eight goals.[2]

Honours

Manchester City

References

  • Jack Percival at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Database
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