Dick Burke
| Date of birth | 28 October 1920 |
| Place of birth | Ashton under Lyne |
| Nationality | English |
| Position | Full back |
Burke's burgeoning career at Blackpool came to an abrupt halt with the outbreak of war. He was given his post-hostilities opportunity to re-start his career on Tyneside.
Club history
| Team | Joined | Left | Loan / Trialist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 01 Jul 1938 | 01 Dec 1946 | |
| Newcastle United | 01 Dec 1946 | 01 Aug 1947 |
Club stats
| Season | Team | Competition | Apps | Subs | Goals | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945-46 | Liverpool | North Region War League | 1 | 1 |
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| 1946-47 | Newcastle United | FA Cup | 2 | ||||
| 1946-47 | Newcastle United | League Division Two | 15 |
Please note: Career stats are based on performances in the Premier and Football Leagues and (in most cases all) internationals.
Club matches
| Date | Match | Result | Competition | Round | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Apr 1946 | Blackpool v Liverpool | D | 1-1 | North Region War League | |
Please note: Match history is complete for the Premier and Football Leagues and (in most cases all) internationals.