ZambiaJackie Sewell: profile
Jackie Sewell (born 24 January 1927 in Kells, United Kingdom) was a Zambian footballer who played as a forward. He died on 26 September 2016.
Sewell made the step into senior football with Notts County F.C. in 1946. He played for 4 clubs between 1946 and 1961. The busiest spell of his career was at Notts County F.C. (1946–1951): 178 appearances and 97 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 509 appearances and 228 goals.
At international level, Sewell represented Zambia (1964–1965), earning 10 caps and scoring 7 goals. Before committing to Zambia, he had represented England.
Eligibility explained: Why does Jackie Sewell play for Zambia?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1964 (aged about 37)
- Club career
- 1946–1961 (16 seasons)
- Club goals per game
- 0.45 (228 in 509)
- Height
- 173 cm — taller than 29% of Zambian internationals on record
- Shares a birthday with
- Pape Gueye, Ibrahim Mbaye and Emerse Faé (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946–1951 |  Notts County F.C. |
EFL League One | 178 | 97 |
| 1951–1955 | Sheffield Wednesday F.C. |
EFL League One | 164 | 87 |
| 1955–1959 | Aston Villa F.C. |
Premier League | 123 | 36 |
| 1959–1961 | Hull City A.F.C. |
Premier League | 44 | 8 |
| Total | 509 | 228 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
Frequently asked questions
Where was Jackie Sewell born?
Jackie Sewell was born in Kells, United Kingdom.
Which national team does Jackie Sewell play for?
Jackie Sewell played international football for Zambia. He has 10 caps and 7 goals on record.
Which clubs has Jackie Sewell played for?
Jackie Sewell's recorded clubs are Notts County F.C., Sheffield Wednesday F.C., Aston Villa F.C. and Hull City A.F.C..
How tall is Jackie Sewell?
Jackie Sewell is 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Jackie Sewell play?
Jackie Sewell played as a forward.