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Albert Johanneson

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Association footballer (1940-1995)

South AfricaFootballersLived 1940 to 1995 · aged 55
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Albert Louis Johanneson was a South African professional footballer who was one of the first high-profile black men, of any nationality, to play top-flight football in England. He is recognised as being the first person of African heritage to play in the FA Cup final, in 1965 for Leeds United.

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Gledhow Towers where Johanneson spent the latter years of his life.Gledhow Towers where Johanneson spent the latter years of his life.Plaque for Johanneson at Elland RoadPlaque for Johanneson at Elland Road

Teams 2

York City F.C.1970-1972
Leeds United F.C.1960-1970

Career record

SpellAppsGoals
1970-1972263
1960-197017248

Connected to Albert 6

Luke O'NeillAlso played for York City F.C.Lee CookAlso played for York City F.C.Mike WalkerAlso played for York City F.C.Stéphane ZubarAlso played for York City F.C.Colin AddisonAlso played for York City F.C.Marco GabbiadiniAlso played for York City F.C.

About this person

Country
South Africa
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1940 to 1995 · aged 55
Written about in
7 languages

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