James Abbott (footballer)

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]

James Abbott
Personal information
Date of birth 1892
Place of birth Patricroft, England
Position(s) Inside-right
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
Barton Albion ~
Eccles Borough ~
1913 Manchester City 3 (2)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

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.

References edit

  1. ^ Michael Joyce (October 2004). The Football League player's records 1888 to 1939. ISBN 1899468676.