Albert Bateman (13 June 1924 – 23 April 2020) was an English professional

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, who played for Huddersfield Town. He was born in

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. At the time of his death, Bateman was the oldest living former Huddersfield Town player. 5 great-grandchildren

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* 1924 births 2020 deaths English men's footballers Men's association football midfielders English Football League players Huddersfield Town A.F.C. players People from Stocksbridge Footballers from South Yorkshire {{England-footy-midfielder-1920s-stub