About Billy Glover
Lived 1896 – 1962 (aged 65). Billy Glover was a British association football player.
John William Glover (29 October 1896 – 19 March 1962) was an English footballer who played for Southport and Wigan Borough.
Born in Blowick, Southport, Glover began his professional career with his hometown club Southport, scoring 33 goals in 54 Football League appearances. before being signed by Wigan Borough in January 1923 for a fee of £1,250. He was Wigan's top scorer in the 1924–25 season, with a total of 15 goals, but broke his leg in the penultimate game of the season against Grimsby Town. He played twice during the following season, but never fully recovered from the injury, effectively ending his career at the professional level.
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Who was Billy Glover?
English footballer (1896-1962)
When was Billy Glover born?
Billy Glover was born on 29 October 1896 in Blowick.
When did Billy Glover die?
Billy Glover died on 19 March 1962 in Southport.
What was Billy Glover's occupation?
Billy Glover was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Glover?
Billy Glover was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Glover. https://biography.guide/billy-glover/
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