Albert Bennett

Date of birth16 July 1944
Place of birthChester-le-Street
NationalityEnglish
PositionCentre forward

A former trialist, Albert made his name at Rotherham United before returning to St James' Park. The Magpies' first-ever substitute, his formidable partnership with Wyn Davies guided the club to the first European qualification in 1968.

Club history

Team Joined Left Loan / Trialist
Rotherham United 01 Oct 1961 01 Jul 1965
Newcastle United 01 Jul 1965 01 Feb 1969

Club stats

Season Team Competition Apps Subs Goals Y R
1965-66 Newcastle United League Cup 1
1
1965-66 Newcastle United League Division One 25
9
1966-67 Newcastle United FA Cup 1
1966-67 Newcastle United League Cup 1
1966-67 Newcastle United League Division One 30
3
1967-68 Newcastle United League Cup 1
1967-68 Newcastle United League Division One 27
10
1968-69 Newcastle United Fairs Cup
1
1968-69 Newcastle United League Division One 3


Please note: Career stats are based on performances in the Premier and Football Leagues and (in most cases all) internationals.