Joseph Henry Baker (17 July 1940 – 6 October 2003) was an England international footballer. Born in Woolton in Liverpool, England, he spent virtually his entire childhood growing up in Motherwell, Scotland. He is notable for being the first professional player to have played for England without having previously played in the English football league system, and for scoring over 100 goals in both the English and Scottish leagues. His brother Gerry Baker was also a professional footballer, who played internationally for the United States.
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Joseph Henry Baker 17 July 1940 Liverpool
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Died |
6 October 2003 (aged 63) Wishaw, Scotland
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Zodiac | Cancer |
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