About Billy Holmes
Lived 1875 – 1922 (aged 46–47). Billy Holmes was a British association football player and association football coach.
William Marsden Holmes (1875 – 18 February 1922) was a professional footballer who played as a half back for Manchester City between 1896 and 1904. Holmes made his Manchester City debut in October 1896 in a 4–1 defeat against Notts County. He made 156 league appearances for Manchester City and scored 4 goals. His first goal for the club was scored in the 1897–98 football season in a 2–2 draw against Arsenal. His younger brother Norman was also a footballer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Holmes?
English footballer (1875-1922)
When was Billy Holmes born?
Billy Holmes was born in 1875.
When did Billy Holmes die?
Billy Holmes died on 18 February 1922.
What was Billy Holmes's occupation?
Billy Holmes was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Billy Holmes?
Billy Holmes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Holmes (footballer, born 1875)
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