Fred Whittaker (footballer)

Frederick Whittaker (1886 – after 1913) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside forward and an outside forward.

Not to be confused with Frederick Whitaker.

Frederick Whittaker
Personal information
Full name Frederick Whittaker
Date of birth 1886[1]
Place of birth Burnley, England[1]
Position(s) Inside right, outside right[1]
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1905–1908 Burnley 60 (21)
1908–1909 Bradford City 9 (1)
1909–1912 Northampton Town ? (?)
1912–1914 Exeter City 68 (17)
1914–19?? Millwall Athletic ? (?)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

During Exeter City's tour of South America in 1914, Whittaker played in every game, including in the Brazilian national team's first ever game, scoring five goals.[1]

References
  1. Hamilton, Aidan (2014). Have you ever played Brazil?: The story of Exeter City's 1914 tour of South America. Exeter City AFC Supporters Society. ISBN 978-0992967604.
  • Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888–1939. SoccerData.


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