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Albert Shepherd

English footballer (1885-1929) · United Kingdom · On the map · Footballers · Died at 44

Albert Shepherd was an English professional footballer who played as a forward. He began his career with amateur side Bolton Temperance before signing for First Division club Blackburn Rovers but was released a year later having made no appearances.

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Newcastle United F.C.1908-191413294
England1906-191120
Bradford City A.F.C.
Blackburn Rovers F.C.
Bolton Wanderers F.C.

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He instead joined Second Division side Bolton Wanderers and was eventually handed his professional debut in 1904. Shepherd won promotion in his first full season with Bolton and the following year he finished as the top goalscorer in the First Division. His form led to call ups for the Football League representative XI and the England national football team, scoring on his debut for both sides in 1906.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1885 to 1929 · aged 44