Billy Down
William Down (22 January 1898 – 1977) was an English professional association footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He played over 200 matches in the Football League for four clubs during the 1920s.
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | William Down | ||
| Date of birth | 22 January 1898 | ||
| Place of birth | Ryhope, Sunderland, England | ||
| Date of death | April quarter 1977 (aged 77)[1] | ||
| Place of death | Ashington, Northumberland, England | ||
| Playing position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1920–1925 | Leeds United | 96 | (0) |
| 1925–1927 | Doncaster Rovers | 50 | (0) |
| 1927–1930 | Burnley | 80 | (0) |
| 1930 | Torquay United | 0 | (0) |
| 1930 | Wigan Borough | 2 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Sources
- Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888-1939.
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References
- Dykes, Garth (2011). Wigan Borough in the Football League : A Complete Record and Who's Who, 1921-31. Nottingham: Tony Brown. p. 33. ISBN 978-1-905891-53-5.
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