Geoff Toseland facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Geoffrey Toseland | ||
| Date of birth | 31 January 1931 | ||
| Place of birth | Kettering, England | ||
| Date of death | 16 May 2019 (aged 88) | ||
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||
| Playing position | Winger | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1948 | Kettering Town | ||
| 1948–1955 | Sunderland | 6 | (1) |
| 1955–195? | Kettering Town | ||
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Geoffrey "Geoff" Toseland (born 31 January 1931, died 16 May 2019) was an English professional footballer. He was known for playing as a winger. A winger is a player who plays on the sides of the field. Their main job is to run with the ball and cross it into the penalty area.
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Geoff Toseland's Football Journey
Geoff Toseland was born in Kettering, England. He grew up to become a professional footballer. This means he played football as his job.
Playing for Sunderland
Geoff Toseland played for a famous team called Sunderland. He joined them in 1948. He stayed with Sunderland until 1955. During his time there, he played in six league games. He also scored one goal for the team.
Back to Kettering Town
After playing for Sunderland, Geoff Toseland returned to his hometown club. He played for Kettering Town. He had also played for Kettering Town in 1948, before joining Sunderland. He continued his football career there.
His Later Life
Geoff Toseland passed away on 16 May 2019. He was 88 years old. He is remembered as a professional footballer who played for Sunderland and Kettering Town.
