Edward John Lightfoot (13 November 1889 – 20 July 1918) was an English footballer who played for Harrowby, Southport Central and Tottenham Hotspur.^[1]

Lightfoot signed for Tottenham Hotspur after spells with Harrowby and Southport.^[4] The left half featured in 66 matches and scored twice in all competitions between 1911 and 1915.^[3]

Lightfoot was one of several former and current (at that time) Spurs players who died in action in World War I.^[5] In early 1916, Lightfoot joined the Royal Garrison Artillery, reaching the rank of sergeant.^[3][2] He died at 1st Australian Casualty Clearing Station in Esquelbecq on 20 July 1918; the cause of his death is unknown.^[3] Lightfoot is buried at the Esquelbecq Military Cemetery.^[2][6]

Perseus writing in the Lancashire Daily Post paid the following tribute:

Edward Lightfoot was a splendid footballer but, more than that, he was a good sportsman and a player that respected both himself and his opponents. He has joined a noble company who will leave a big void in football.^[7]

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