Bernard Whittaker
Bernard Whittaker was an English footballer who played in The Football League for Blackburn Rovers.[1]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Bernard Whittaker | ||
| Date of birth | Q4 1865 | ||
| Place of birth | Blackburn, England | ||
| Playing position(s) | Forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1888–1889 | Blackburn Rovers | 4 | (1) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
1888-1889
Bernard Whittaker made his debut for Rovers at Inside-Left on 12-Jan-1889. The venue was Leamington Road, Blackburn then home of Blackburn Rovers, and their opponents were 'The Invincibles' the great Preston North End. Rovers got themselves a draw despite being behind twice. Whittaker achieved an assist for the 2nd equaliser. Whittaker played 3 more League matches, all at Inside-Left, and scoring the only Rovers goal at Anfield, Liverpool, then home of Everton. Whittaker assisted Rovers score 66 goals in 22 games the 2nd highest of that season.[2]
References
- Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.
- Metcalf, Mark (2013). The Origins of the Football League. Amberley. ISBN 978 1 4456 1881 4.
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