Arthur Johnson (footballer, born 1879)
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Arthur Vere Scott Johnson (12 April 1879 – 23 May 1929)[1] was an Irish coach and footballer who played as both a forward and goalkeeper for Madrid FC.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Arthur Vere Scott Johnson | ||
Date of birth | (1879-04-12)12 April 1879 | ||
Place of birth | Dublin, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland | ||
Date of death | 23 May 1929(1929-05-23) (aged 50) | ||
Place of death | Wallasey, United Kingdom | ||
Position(s) | Forward, goalkeeper | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1902–1904 | Madrid FC | ||
Managerial career | |||
1910–1920 | Madrid FC | ||
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
He was one of the most important figures in the amateur beginnings of Real Madrid CF, since it was the knowledge that he brought from a more advanced football in England that helped the club to have a rapid sporting growth in its early years, thus being one of the main architects of the foundations that saw the club win its first titles and become one of the best teams in the country in the early 20th century. Johnson was also a historic player of Real Madrid, having been part of the first-ever team fielded by them in 1902 and then serving as the club's very first coach for ten years, between 1910 until 1920.