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Joe Spence

Position: forward

England

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Name: Joseph Walter Spence

Birthdate: 15-12-1898

Age: 126

Birthplace: Throckley, Northumberland, England

Height: 5' 8" (1.73m)

Weight: 11st (69.85kg)

Years at Club: 1919-1933

Signing Info: Transferred from: Scotswood 03/1919, £

Previous Clubs: Liverpool (WW1), Scotswood

Debut: 30/08/1919 v Derby County (A) 1-1 (League Division One)

Farewell: Transferred to Bradford City, 06/1933, £

Passed Away: 31/12/1966

Biography
Joe Spence was an English footballer and one of Manchester United's greatest goal-scorers in the early 20th century. Known for his incredible dribbling, quick pace, and accurate finishing, Spence was a prolific forward who became a fan favorite at Old Trafford. Playing across the forward line and as a winger, he was Manchester United's star player during a challenging period for the club. Despite never winning a major trophy with United, his contribution as a goal-scorer and leader is still celebrated today.

Early Career and Move to Manchester United
Born in Throckley, near Newcastle, Spence began his footballing journey during World War I, where he played for Blaydon United before joining Manchester United in 1919, just after the war ended. At a time when football was recovering from the impact of the war, Spence's signing marked a new chapter for United, who were struggling both financially and competitively.

Career at Manchester United (1919-1933)
Spence made an immediate impact at Manchester United, making his debut in 1919. His ability to score goals and his excellent dribbling skills made him a key figure in the team. Over the next 14 years, Spence became the heartbeat of the United attack, regularly topping the goal-scoring charts for the club. He was known for his consistency and versatility, excelling as both a center-forward and outside right (winger).

Key Achievements at Manchester United:
Leading Goal-Scorer: Spence scored 168 goals in 510 appearances for Manchester United, a record that stood for decades. He was the club's top goal-scorer until Jack Rowley broke his record in the 1950s.
Consistency in Difficult Times: Spence was the star player during a difficult period for Manchester United. The club was often near the bottom of the First Division or struggling in the Second Division during the 1920s and 1930s, but Spence's performances kept the club competitive. He remained loyal to the club despite their struggles.
Fan Favorit Spence was adored by the Manchester United faithful for his hard work, skill, and leadership on the pitch. His dribbling ability and flair brought excitement to Old Trafford during challenging years.
Later Career
After leaving Manchester United in 1933, Spence joined Bradford City, where he continued to play at a high level, making 75 appearances and scoring 27 goals. He later had a brief spell with Chesterfield, playing until 1938.

International Career
Spence represented England at the international level, earning 2 caps between 1921 and 1925. While he did not have an extensive international career, he was considered one of the top forwards in English football during his peak years at Manchester United.

Legacy
Joe Spence is regarded as one of Manchester United's greatest-ever players and one of the finest goal-scorers in the club's early history. Despite the lack of major trophies during his time at the club, Spence's loyalty, consistency, and ability to perform in challenging circumstances earned him legendary status at Old Trafford. His record of 168 goals in 510 appearances stood for decades, and he remains one of the club's top goal-scorers.

Spence's impact on Manchester United went beyond his statistics—he was a symbol of resilience and commitment to the club, leading the attack during some of the most difficult years in the club's history.

Post-Retirement and D eath
After retiring from football, Spence remained connected to the game, working as a coach. He passed away in 1966, but his legacy at Manchester United lives on as one of the club's early heroes.

Summary
Joe Spence was a prolific goal-scorer and a fan favorite at Manchester United from 1919 to 1933. He scored 168 goals in 510 appearances, making him one of the club's all-time top scorers. Known for his dribbling skills and versatility, Spence became a Manchester United legend during a period when the club struggled for success. His loyalty, consistency, and leadership on the pitch earned him lasting respect among the club's supporters.



		League		League Cup		FA Cup		Charity Shield		European Cup		Europa League		Super Cup		Cup Winners Cup		Inter-cont Cup		World Clubs Cup

No	Season																					Season Goals	Season Apps
1.	1919-1920	14	32	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	14	33
2.	1920-1921	7	15	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	7	15
3.	1921-1922	15	35	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	15	36
4.	1922-1923	11	35	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	11	37
5.	1923-1924	10	36	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	10	38
6.	1924-1925	5	42	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	5	43
7.	1925-1926	7	39	0	0	4	7	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	11	46
8.	1926-1927	18	40	0	0	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	19	43
9.	1927-1928	22	38	0	0	2	5	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	24	43
10.	1928-1929	5	36	0	0	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	6	38
11.	1929-1930	12	42	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	12	43
12.	1930-1931	6	35	0	0	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	7	37
13.	1931-1932	19	37	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	19	38
14.	1932-1933	7	19	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	8	20
TOTALS		158	481	0	0	10	29	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	168	510