Gordon Smith (New Zealand footballer)

Gordon Smith is a former football (soccer) player who represented New Zealand at international level.[1]

Gordon Smith
Personal information
Full name Gordon Smith
Place of birth New Zealand
Playing position(s) Striker
National team
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1947–1948 New Zealand 6 (7)

Smith scored a hattrick on his full All Whites debut in a 5–6 loss to South Africa on 28 August 1947.[2] and ended his international playing career with six A-international caps and 7 goals to his credit,[1][3] his final cap an appearance in a 0–7 loss to Australia on 28 August 1948.[2]

Three of his brothers also represented New Zealand, Vic Smith and Roger Smith playing official international appearances, while the third brother, Jack Smith, only played in unofficial matches. Ryan Nelsen, grandson of another brother, Bob Smith, also played for New Zealand.[1][4]

References
  1. "A-International Appearances – Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 15 June 2009. Retrieved 19 September 2009.
  2. "A-International Lineups 1904–1959". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Retrieved 19 September 2009.
  3. "A-International Scorers – Overall". The Ultimate New Zealand Soccer Website. Archived from the original on 15 June 2009. Retrieved 19 September 2009.
  4. "Nelsen vows: 'This means everything'". Stuff.co.nz. 10 October 2009.


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