Syd Fieldus


Sydney Albert William Fieldus was an English footballer who played as a defender.

Career

Fieldus began his career with both Clapton Orient and Brentford, before signing for Colchester United in 1937. Fieldus made 23 appearances in all competitions for the club, before the outbreak of World War II, where he served in the Essex Home Guard, being awarded an MBE for his efforts on 15 December 1944. Following the culmination of the war, Fieldus was instrumental in helping restart Colchester's footballing activities, managing the club from June 1945 to April 1946. Following his time at Colchester, Fieldus appeared for Chelmsford City, Clapton Orient and Southend United.