About Billy Mays
Lived 1902 – 1959 (aged 56–57). Billy Mays was a British association football player and association football coach.
Albert William Mays (18 July 1902 – 1959) was a Welsh footballer. Born in Ynyshir, he played professionally for clubs including Bristol City, Merthyr Town, Wrexham and Walsall between 1923 and 1932, making a total of 160 Football League appearances. While with Merthyr Town, Mays supplemented his income by working in a coal mine. He also gained one cap for Wales, against Northern Ireland in 1929, a game in which he scored the opening Wales goal in a 2-2 draw.
His son, also called Albert, was also a professional footballer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Mays?
Welsh footballer (1902-1959)
When was Billy Mays born?
Billy Mays was born on 18 July 1902.
When did Billy Mays die?
Billy Mays died in 1959.
What was Billy Mays's occupation?
Billy Mays was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Billy Mays?
Billy Mays was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Mays (footballer)
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