Davy Walsh
David Joseph Walsh (28 April 1923 – 14 March 2016), commonly referred to as Davy Walsh or Dave Walsh, was an Irish footballer. He was born in Waterford, Ireland.
He played as a centre forward for, among others, Linfield, West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa. Walsh was a dual international. He played for both Ireland teams – the FAI XI and the IFA XI.
In 1949, he was a member of the FAI XI that defeated England 2–0 at Goodison Park, becoming the first team to beat England at home.
Walsh died on 14 March 2016 from pneumonia in Dublin, Ireland. He was aged 92.[1]
References
- ↑ "WBA Albion Davy Walsh Dies at 92". WBA.co.uk. Archived from the original on 14 March 2016. Retrieved 14 March 2016.
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