Arthur Smith (footballer, born 1887)

Arthur R. Smith (1887 – after 1914) was an English professional footballer who played as an outside left for Birmingham in the Football League. Born in Stourbridge, Worcestershire, Smith combined football with a career as a schoolteacher. Popularly known as "Nipper", he was renowned for his pace and for his ability to cross the ball early.[2][3]

Arthur Smith
Personal information
Date of birth 1887
Place of birth Stourbridge, England
Height 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)[1]
Position(s) Outside left
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
Brierley Hill Alliance
1911–1912 Queens Park Rangers 35 (8)
1912–1914 Birmingham 51 (3)
1914–19?? Brierley Hill Alliance
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References

  1. "The coming of the big ball: the Second Division: Birmingham". Athletic News. Manchester. 18 August 1913. p. 5 via British Newspaper Archive.
  2. Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. Nottingham: SoccerData. p. 241. ISBN 978-1-899468-67-6.
  3. Matthews, Tony (1995). Birmingham City: A Complete Record. Derby: Breedon Books. p. 124. ISBN 978-1-85983-010-9.


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