About Billy Abercromby
Lived 1958 – 2024 (aged 65). Billy Abercromby was a British association football player.
William Abercromby (14 September 1958 – June 2024) was a Scottish footballer who played as a midfielder.
Abercromby came through the youth ranks at St Mirren and signed a full professional contract in 1975. A year later he experienced his first involvement with the first team squad when Sir Alex Ferguson called him into the squad to tour the West Indies.
On 29 October 1986, Abercromby was sent off for three red card offences, one for foul play and two counts of dissent during a match against Motherwell at Love Street.
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Who was Billy Abercromby?
Scottish footballer (1958-2024)
When was Billy Abercromby born?
Billy Abercromby was born on 14 September 1958 in Paisley.
When did Billy Abercromby die?
Billy Abercromby died on 18 June 2024.
What was Billy Abercromby's occupation?
Billy Abercromby was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Abercromby?
Billy Abercromby was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Abercromby. https://biography.guide/billy-abercromby/
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