Arthur Riley
Arthur Riley (26 December 1903 – July 1984) was a South African international footballer who also played football for Liverpool.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 26 December 1903 | ||
| Place of birth | Boksburg, Transvaal, Union of South Africa | ||
| Date of death | July 1984 (aged 80) | ||
| Position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| Transvaal | |||
| 1925–39 | Liverpool | 338 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Life and playing career
On 26 November 1939, Riley played in goal as part of an All-British XI versus a Football League XI, in the Red Cross Fund International. The All-British XI lost the match 3-2.[1]
Riley passed away in July 1984 in Cape Town, South Africa. However some sources claim he died in St Helens, Merseyside.[2]
Career details
- Liverpool F.C (1925–1940) – 338 appearances
References
- "Football League XI v All British". "Play Up, Liverpool". 26 December 1939.
- "Arthur Jack Riley". "Play Up, Liverpool". 31 July 1984.
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