About Billy Goodwin
Lived 1892 – 1951 (aged 58–59). Billy Goodwin was a British association football player.
William Goodwin (January 1892 – 9 July 1951) was an English footballer. His regular position was as a forward. He was born in Staveley, Derbyshire. He played in the Football League for Manchester United, and Southend United.
Goodwin played for Exeter City before joining Manchester United for a fee of £640 in June 1920. He played seven games for United's first team. His debut was a defeat at home to Bolton Wanderers in August 1920. where he was top scorer the following season with 22 goals. He remained with Southend until August 1927 when he joined Dartford.
He later joined Oldham Athletic and Congleton Town from where he joined Mossley. He later rejoined Mossley from Droylsden.
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Who was Billy Goodwin?
English footballer (1892-1951)
When was Billy Goodwin born?
Billy Goodwin was born in 1892 in Staveley.
When did Billy Goodwin die?
Billy Goodwin died on 9 July 1951.
What was Billy Goodwin's occupation?
Billy Goodwin was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Goodwin?
Billy Goodwin was British.
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