George Chapman (footballer, born 1920)
English footballer
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George W. Chapman (8 October 1920 – April 1998)[1][2] is an English former professional footballer who scored 12 goals from 43 appearances in the Football League playing for Brighton & Hove Albion.[3] Born in Linton, Derbyshire,[1] he began his career with West Bromwich Albion, but played only matches in the wartime competitions for that club, never in the League.[3][4] He was Brighton's top scorer in the 1946–47 season with 10 goals in all competitions.[5] Chapman played as an inside left.[1]
Date of birth
8 October 1920
Place of birth
Linton, Derbyshire, England
Date of death
April 1998 (aged 77)
Place of death
England
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 8 October 1920 | ||
| Place of birth | Linton, Derbyshire, England | ||
| Date of death | April 1998 (aged 77) | ||
| Place of death | England | ||
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)[1] | ||
| Position | Inside left | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| – | West Bromwich Albion | 0 | (0) |
| 1946–1948 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 43 | (12) |
| 1948–19?? | Tonbridge | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
