James Abbott (footballer) explained

James Abbott
Birth Date:1892
Birth Place:Patricroft, England
Position:Inside-right
Clubs1:Barton Albion
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Years3:1913
Clubs3:Manchester City
Caps3:3
Goals3:2

James Abbott (born 1892, date of death unknown) was a footballer who played in the Football League for Manchester City. He was born in Patricroft, England.[1]

He played in three top flight games for Manchester City, prior to the outbreak of World War One, scoring two goals in three games, including a goal on his debut at Sheffield United in September 1913. He had moved to the Hyde Road club after non-League spells with Barton Albion and Eccles Borough.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Michael Joyce. The Football League player's records 1888 to 1939. October 2004 . 1899468676.