John Charles (footballer, born 1944)
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John William Charles (9 September 1944 – 17 August 2002) was an English footballer who played for West Ham United as a defender. Nicknamed ″Charlo″, Charles was the first black player to represent England at Under-18 and any level within the National team. Charles was the first black player to play for a first division West Ham United side when he made his debut in 1963.
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Full name | John William Charles | ||
Date of birth | (1944-09-20)20 September 1944 | ||
Place of birth | Canning Town, London, England | ||
Date of death | 17 August 2002(2002-08-17) (aged 57) | ||
Position(s) | Full-back | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1962–1971 | West Ham United | 118 | (1) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
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