Willie Gildea

William Gildea (1888–19??) was a Scottish footballer who played in defence. He was born in Falkirk.

Gildea's clubs included Falkirk, Bradford City and Birmingham City. He played just ten games for Bradford City – seven in the league and three in the FA Cup – including Bradford's FA Cup final appearance in 1911 when they drew 0–0 with Newcastle United.[1] He was injured in the game and replaced by Bob Torrance for the replay[2] and left for Birmingham in September 1911.

References
  1. "CITY TEAM-MATES: The 1911 FA Cup winners". Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  2. Frost, Terry (1988). Bradford City A Complete Record 1903-1988. Breedon Books Sport. p. 144. ISBN 0-907969-38-0.


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