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Albert Louis Johanneson blue plaque

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Albert Louis Johanneson blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Albert Louis Johanneson. Born and raised in South Africa, he found a new life in England. A mesmerising left winger, he made 200 appearances for Leeds United from 1961 to 1969 scoring 67 goals, playing an integral role in helping the club win promotion to the First Division in 1964. In 1965, he became the first black African to play in an F.A. Cup Final. 1940-1995 Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
Albert Louis Johanneson was a pioneering footballer who became the first black African to play in an FA Cup Final in 1965; his career with Leeds United from 1961 to 1969 helped promote racial integration in English football.

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