David Blakey (29 August 1929 – 4 April 2014)[1] was an English professional footballer who played as a centre half.[2] Blakey spent his entire senior career with Chesterfield.[3] He is the club's record appearance holder, making 617 appearances in the Football League and 658 appearances in all competitions.[4] After retiring as a player he worked as a scout at a number of clubs.[4] He died on 4 April 2014.[5]
Personal information | |||
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Full name | David Blakey | ||
Date of birth | (1929-08-22)22 August 1929 | ||
Place of birth | Newburn, England | ||
Date of death | 4 April 2014(2014-04-04) (aged 84) | ||
Position(s) | Centre half | ||
Youth career | |||
East Chevington Juniors | |||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1947–1967 | Chesterfield | 617 | (20) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
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