Who was the first black footballer to play for England?
Jack Leslie (English footballer) Jack Leslie (English footballer) John Francis Leslie (17 August 1901 – 1988) was an English footballer who played as an Inside left. Born to a Jamaican father in Canning Town, Leslie was the only professional black player in England during his time with Plymouth Argyle. He was set to become the first non-white player to represent England at international level before he was denied the opportunity when selectors were made aware that he was "a man of colour". As a consequence, it wasn't until 1978 that Viv Anderson became the first black player to appear in an England shirt. Leslie
Paul Black (English footballer) left Cheltenham Town, having made five appearance in all competitions. However, Black stated he already made a move to play in the America. After hinting a move to USA, the move for Black was revealed when he joined Atlanta Silverbacks in the NASL on 27 January 2015, along with another compatriot player, Simon Mensing and Gary Smith. After one season in Atlanta, Black signed with fellow NASL side Carolina RailHawks on January 6, 2016. Black was called up for the England national under-18 football team and also England national under-19 football team. Paul Black (English footballer) Paul Michael Black (born