Werner Nilsen
Norwegian American soccer player (1904-1992) · Norway · On the map · Footballers · Died at 88
Werner "Scotty" Nilsen was a soccer player who played as a forward. He is one of the highest scoring players in United States soccer history, scoring 131 goals in 239 games with the Boston Soccer Club. He won five consecutive National Challenge Cups during his career, and four doubles.
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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
United States193420
New Bedford Whalers1931-19322116
New York Yankees1931
Fall River F.C.1931
Fall River F.C.1929-19304824
Boston Soccer Club1926-192916286
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About this person
Born in Norway, he earned two caps with the United States national team in 1934. He is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
Country
Norway
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1992 · aged 88
