About Billy Matthews
Lived 1897 – 1987 (aged 90). Billy Matthews was a British association football player and association football coach.
Robert William Matthews (16 April 1897 – 18 December 1987) was a Welsh footballer who played as a centre-half for Liverpool in the early 1920s and earned three caps for Wales. During World War I, he took part in the Battle of the Somme, in France.
Williams also played in The Football League for Bristol City, Wrexham, Barrow, Bradford Park Avenue, Stockport County and Chester. His non-league clubs included Northwich Victoria, Oswestry Town, Witton Albion, Sandbach Ramblers, Colwyn Bay and Rossendale United
Later career Following his retirement from football, Matthews turned to coaching and had a spell as manager of Llangollen. He later became a scout for Blackpool and discovered Glyn James.
Matthews was also a keen cyclist well into his late 70s.
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Who was Billy Matthews?
Welsh footballer (1897-1987)
When was Billy Matthews born?
Billy Matthews was born on 16 April 1897.
When did Billy Matthews die?
Billy Matthews died on 18 December 1987.
What was Billy Matthews's occupation?
Billy Matthews was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Billy Matthews?
Billy Matthews was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Matthews (footballer, born 1897)
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