Fred Horlacher
Irish footballer (1910-1943)
Fred Horlacher (March 1910 – 17 March 1943) was an Irish footballer who played for Bohemians in the League of Ireland during the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. As an international, Horlacher represented both Ireland teams. He played as a senior for the FAI XI and as an amateur for the IFA XI. Horlacher died from pneumonia at the age of 33.
Bohemians
Horlacher was born in Blackrock, Dublin to German immigrants. He made his debut for Bohemians against Fordsons in September 1928. During over a decade at Bohs, he made over 430 appearances, 193 in the league. He also scored 159 goals, including 85 in the league. His best season came in 1935–36 when he netted 28 times in all competitions, including 13 in the league, helping Bohs win the league title for the third time. Fred played his last game for Bohemians on 6 February 1943 in a FAI Cup tie against Shamrock Rovers.
He is joint third with Turlough O'Connor in Bohemians all-time FAI Cup goalscoring list with 14 strikes in that competition.
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