Thomas Andrew Barnett (11 November 1908 – 9 July 1986), was an English professional association footballer, who played as an inside forward. During his career he was contracted toManchester United, but never played for them. He is best remembered for his time atWatford, where he played 395Football League games, scoring 144 goals; onlyLuther Blissett has scored more. At the time, he set the record for the most peacetime Watford appearances, which stood untilDuncan Welbourne overtook him 35 years later.[1] Following his retirement from football, Barnett worked as a masseur forWembley Lions ice hockey team, and continued to support Watford as a season-ticket holder.[2] He stood 5 ft8+1⁄2 in (1.74 m) tall.[3] He died inWatford, aged 77.[1]
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