About Bernard Ross
Lived 1924 – 1999 (aged 74). Bernard Ross was a British association football player.
William Bernard Ross (8 November 1924 – 20 February 1999) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as an outside forward. He made over 50 appearances in the Football League during spells with Cardiff City, Sheffield United and Southport.
Career Ross began his career playing local amateur football in his hometown Swansea, before joining Cardiff City during World War II. When the Football League resumed in 1946, he made his professional debut in a 2–0 victory over Exeter City. In his following appearance, he scored his first senior goals with a brace during a 3–2 victory over Queens Park Rangers.
The club won promotion to the Second Division but Ross struggled for playing time at the higher level and was sold to Sheffield United soon after.
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Who was Bernard Ross?
(1924-1999)
When was Bernard Ross born?
Bernard Ross was born on 8 November 1924 in Swansea.
When did Bernard Ross die?
Bernard Ross died on 20 February 1999 in Bangor.
What was Bernard Ross's occupation?
Bernard Ross was an association football player.
What nationality was Bernard Ross?
Bernard Ross was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bernard Ross. https://biography.guide/bernard-ross/
MLA: "Bernard Ross." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bernard-ross/.
Chicago: "Bernard Ross." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bernard-ross/.
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