Career
He was the brother of George Corbett, also a professional football player. He began playing at non-league club Throckley Welfare, later moving to and made his professional debut in 1946 against Barnsley F.C. after the conclusion of the Second World War. He was sold to neighbouring club Middlesbrough in 1951 for £9000, where he made 92 appearances over five seasons.
He finished his career with a two-year spell at Northampton Town.
He played alongside other notable players such as Jackie Milburn and Charlie Crowe. Corbett died in October 1988 at the age of 66 after spending his retirement living in North Walbottle.
As a player.
