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Davy Walsh

Irish footballer (1923-2016) · Ireland · On the map · Footballers · Died at 93

David Joseph Walsh was an Irish footballer who played as a centre forward for, among others, Linfield, West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa. Walsh was a dual international and played for both Ireland teams - the FAI XI and the IFA XI.

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Worcester City F.C.1956-1957
Walsall F.C.1955-1956206
Aston Villa F.C.1950-195510837
Shamrock Rovers F.C.194710
West Bromwich Albion F.C.1946-195016594
Ireland1946-1950117
Republic of Ireland1946-1953205
Irish League representative team1945-194632
Shelbourne F.C.194300
Linfield F.C.1943-1946
Limerick F.C.1942-19431613

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In 1949, he was a member of the FAI XI that defeated England 2-0 at Goodison Park, becoming the first team to beat England at home.

Country
Ireland
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1923 to 2016 · aged 93