Henry Ferrier (20 May 1920 – 16 October 2002) was a Scottish professional

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and

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who made over 240 appearances in the Football League for

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as a left back. He later managed Gloucester City and

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in non-League football.

Personal life

Ferrier was a Heart of Midlothian supporter. He was married with three children and served in the

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during the

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. After leaving football, he worked in the commercial department for Essex County Cricket Club and as a crane driver.

Career statistics

Honours

As a player

Portsmouth * Football League First Division (2): 1948–49, 1949–50 * FA Charity Shield (1): 1949 (Shared)

As a manager

Chelmsford City * Southern League Premier Division (1): 1967–68 * Southern League Cup (1): 1959–60 * Eastern Floodlight Cup (1): 1966–67

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