Ted Smith (footballer, born 1996)


Edward James Smith is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper. He has played in the English Football League for Southend United.

Early life

Smith was born in South Benfleet, Essex.

Club career

On 14 February 2015, Smith made his first-team debut for Southend United, deputising for Daniel Bentley after an injury, playing from the start of a League Two defeat to Accrington Stanley. His first clean sheet came on 28 February 2015 in a 2–0 victory over Carlisle United. In total, Smith made four starts for Southend during the 2014–15 season. He was released by Southend at the end of the 2018–19 season.

International career

Smith has represented England at under-18, under-19 and under-20 levels.

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