About Bill Pointon
Lived 1920 – 2008 (aged 87). Bill Pointon was a British association football player.
William James Pointon (25 November 1920 – 6 January 2008) was an English footballer who played as a forward for Port Vale, Queens Park Rangers, Brentford, and Leek Town.
Career Pointon joined Port Vale as a wartime player in February 1941. Due to World War II, his debut did not come until 16 September 1944; in the meantime he guested for Portsmouth, Stoke City (5 goals in 10 games) and Brighton & Hove Albion. He scored six goals in 26 Second Division appearances in 1948–49 and 1949–50. Point then left Loftus Road and moved on to league rivals Brentford. He scored two goals in 16 appearances for the "Bees" in 1950–51, helping Jackie Gibbons's side to a ninth-place finish. After leaving Griffin Park, he later turned out for non-League Leek Town.
Post-retirement In retirement he took charge of the Portsmouth's "A" side.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Pointon?
Footballer (1920-2008)
When was Bill Pointon born?
Bill Pointon was born on 25 November 1920 in Hanley.
When did Bill Pointon die?
Bill Pointon died on 6 January 2008 in Portsmouth.
What was Bill Pointon's occupation?
Bill Pointon was an association football player.
What nationality was Bill Pointon?
Bill Pointon was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Pointon. https://biography.guide/bill-pointon/
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