About Bill Murphy
Lived 1921 – 2004 (aged 82–83). Bill Murphy was a British association football player.
John William Murphy (21 November 1921 – 2004) was an English professional footballer who played as a wing half.
Career Murphy had played football in the army. He began his career with Heckmondwike Spen and Liverpool, before turning professional with Bradford City in 1946. Murphy made 146 appearances in the Football League for Bradford, scoring nine goals. He dislocated an elbow in a game in 1949. He later played non-league football with Scarborough and Weybridge.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Murphy?
English footballer (1921-2004)
When was Bill Murphy born?
Bill Murphy was born on 21 November 1921 in Birstall.
When did Bill Murphy die?
Bill Murphy died in 2004.
What was Bill Murphy's occupation?
Bill Murphy was an association football player.
What nationality was Bill Murphy?
Bill Murphy was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Murphy (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Murphy. https://biography.guide/bill-murphy-association-football-player/
MLA: "Bill Murphy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-murphy-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Bill Murphy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-murphy-association-football-player/.
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