John William Illingworth (3 September 1904 – 1964) was an English professional footballer who played for Castleford Town,

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and Barry Town.

Football career

Illingworth began his playing career at his local club Castleford Town before joining the Tottenham Hotspur "nursery" club Northfleet United. In 1929 the

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signed for Tottenham Hotspur where he featured in 12 matches in all competitions for the ''Lilywhites'' between 1929 and 1934.Tottenham Hotspur F.C A-Z of players
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, Illingworth had a spell at Swansea City and finally Barry Town.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Illingworth, John 1904 births 1964 deaths English footballers Sportspeople from Castleford English Football League players Tottenham Hotspur F.C. players Swansea City A.F.C. players Barry Town United F.C. players Castleford Town F.C. players Footballers from Yorkshire Northfleet United F.C. players Association football fullbacks