Syd King
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Ernest Sydney "Syd" King (1 August 1873 – 14 February 1933) was an English footballer and manager, and one of the most important figures in the early history of West Ham United.
For the Australian rugby union player, see Syd King (rugby union).
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Date of birth | 1 August 1873 | ||
Place of birth | Chatham, Kent, England | ||
Date of death | 14 February 1933(1933-02-14) (aged 59) | ||
Place of death | England | ||
Position(s) | Defender | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
–1897 | Northfleet | ||
1897–1899 | New Brompton | ||
1899–1900 | Thames Ironworks | 16 | (0) |
1900–1903 | West Ham United | 59 | (0) |
Managerial career | |||
1902–1932 | West Ham United | ||
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
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