Les Chappell
Les Chappell (born 6 February 1947 in Nottingham, England) is an English footballer who played as a striker.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 6 February 1947 | ||
| Place of birth | Nottingham, England | ||
| Playing position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1965–1968 | Rotherham United | 108 | (37) |
| 1968–1969 | Blackburn Rovers | 7 | (0) |
| 1969–1974 | Reading | 201 | (78) |
| 1974–1976 | Doncaster Rovers | 58 | (10) |
| 1976–1978 | Swansea City | 67 | (5) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1984 | Swansea City | ||
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Chappell began his career with Rotherham United in 1965 and was a part of the team for over three seasons, scoring regularly. Following the Millers' relegation he joined Blackburn Rovers before moving onto Reading in 1969.
He became a key player for Reading over the next five years before moving to Doncaster Rovers. Chappell finished his league football career with Swansea City, joining the coaching staff. He was caretaker manager from March to May 1984 following the dismissal of John Toshack and again in December 1984 following the dismissal of Colin Appleton.
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