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