Willie Russell (footballer, born 1903)

For the Airdrieonians and Preston player, see Willie Russell.

Willie Russell
Personal information
Full name William Russell
Date of birth 22 August 1908
Place of birth Hamilton, Scotland
Date of death 20 November 1953(1953-11-20) (aged 50)
Place of death Hawarden, Wales[1]
Height 5 ft 7+1⁄2 in (1.71 m)[2]
Position(s) Right half
Youth career
Larkhall
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1925–1927 Blantyre Victoria
1927–1935 Chelsea 150 (6)
1935–1937 Heart of Midlothian 17 (0)
1937–1939 Rhyl Athletic (player-manager)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

William Russell (22 August 1908 – 20 November 1953) was a Scottish footballer who played as a right half for Chelsea and Heart of Midlothian.[3][2][4][5]

His son Billy was also a footballer.

References

  1. ^ William Russell, Find A Grave
  2. ^ a b Willie Russell, Stamford-Bridge.com
  3. ^ John Litster (October 2012). "A Record of pre-war Scottish League Players". Scottish Football Historian magazine.
  4. ^ Appearances Qa-Rz | Willie Russell, Bounder Friardale
  5. ^ (Hearts player) Willie Russell, London Hearts Supporters Club


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