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]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | William Russell | ||
| Date of birth | 22 August 1908 | ||
| Place of birth | Hamilton, Scotland | ||
| Date of death | 20 November 1953 (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 | |||
His son Billy was also a footballer.
References
edit- ^ William Russell, Find A Grave
- ^ a b Willie Russell, Stamford-Bridge.com
- ^ John Litster (October 2012). "A Record of pre-war Scottish League Players". Scottish Football Historian magazine.
- ^ Appearances Qa-Rz | Willie Russell, Bounder Friardale
- ^ (Hearts player) Willie Russell, London Hearts Supporters Club
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