Eddie Stuart facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Edward Albert Stuart | ||
| Date of birth | 12 May 1931 | ||
| Place of birth | Middelburg, Eastern Cape, South Africa | ||
| Date of death | 4 November 2014 (aged 83) | ||
| Place of death | Wrexham, Wales | ||
| Playing position | Right full-back | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1950 | Rangers Johannesburg | ||
| 1951–1962 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 287 | (5) |
| 1962–1964 | Stoke City | 63 | (2) |
| 1964–1966 | Tranmere Rovers | 83 | (2) |
| 1966–1968 | Stockport County | 77 | (1) |
| 1968–1970 | Worcester City | ? | (0) |
| Total | 510 | (10) | |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1969–1971 | Worcester City (player-manager) | ||
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Edward Albert Stuart (born May 12, 1931, died November 4, 2014) was a talented professional football player from South Africa. He was known as a strong defender, someone who helps protect their team's goal. Eddie, as he was often called, played many games in England, especially for a famous team called Wolverhampton Wanderers.
During his time with Wolverhampton Wanderers from 1951 to 1962, he played 322 matches. He helped his team win three important league titles and the FA Cup, which is a big achievement in English football. After leaving Wolves, he also played for other teams like Stoke City, Tranmere Rovers, and Stockport County.
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Playing Career Highlights
Eddie Stuart started his football journey in his home country, South Africa. He played for a team called Rangers in Johannesburg and even won the South African Cup with them. This was a great start to his professional career.
Joining Wolverhampton Wanderers
In January 1951, Eddie made a big move to England. He joined Wolverhampton Wanderers, a top team in the English First Division. At first, he played in the reserve team, which is like a practice squad for new players. He worked hard and eventually made his first game with the main team on April 15, 1952. It was a memorable debut because he scored a goal, even though his team lost 4–1 to their rivals, West Bromwich Albion.
Overcoming Challenges and Winning Titles
After his first season, Eddie faced a challenge. He got sick with a tropical illness during a visit back home. This meant he had to stay in the hospital and couldn't play football for more than a year. But he was determined! He recovered and returned to the team for the end of the 1953–54 season. That year was special because Wolves won their first-ever league championship title!
Eddie became a key player for Wolverhampton Wanderers. He stayed in the starting lineup for the rest of the 1950s. He helped the team win two more league titles, showing how important he was to their success. In 1959, he was given the honor of becoming the team's captain, taking over from the legendary player Billy Wright.
Moving to Other Clubs
In the summer of 1962, Eddie Stuart moved to Stoke City for £8,000. In his first season there, Stoke City won the Second Division title in 1962–63. This meant they were promoted back to the top league! He played 30 games for Stoke in 1963–64, helping them stay strong in the top division.
After Stoke, Eddie moved to Tranmere Rovers in 1964. Later, he played for Stockport County, where he won another title, the Fourth Division.
Life After Playing Football
Eddie also had a short time as a manager. He became a player-manager for non-league team Worcester City in 1968. He stopped playing football in December 1971 and left the club. After leaving the game, Eddie started a new career. He owned and ran several hairdressing salons in the Wolverhampton area, showing he had many talents beyond the football field.
Eddie Stuart passed away on November 4, 2014, in Wrexham, Wales, at the age of 83, after being ill for a long time. He is remembered as a successful and dedicated footballer.
Honours and Achievements
Eddie Stuart achieved many great things during his football career:
- Football League First Division champions: 1953–54, 1957–58, 1958–59 (with Wolverhampton Wanderers)
- FA Cup winner: 1960 (with Wolverhampton Wanderers)
- Football League Second Division champions: 1962–63 (with Stoke City)
- Football League Fourth Division champions: 1966–67 (with Stockport County)
See also
In Spanish: Eddie Stuart para niños
