Joe Duckworth (footballer)

Joe Duckworth (born 26 January 1901, date of death unknown) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside forward.

Duckworth began his career with non-league side Stalybridge Celtic before joining Football League Second Division side Burnley in November 1922. He made his league debut in a 2-0 win against Bristol City in January 1923. Duckworth spent three seasons with Burnley, playing a total of 14 league games and scoring one goal. He then moved to Accrington Stanley in 1925 where he played for one season, making 18 appearances and scoring four goals. His subsequent clubs included Nelson, where he made 13 appearances and scored one goal during the 1926-27 season, and finally Rochdale, where he ended his professional career. Information on his post-football career is currently unavailable.