About Billy Reid
Lived 1938 – 2021 (aged 83). Billy Reid was a British association football player.
Billy Reid (31 March 1938 – 20 July 2021) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a wing half for Wishaw, before signing for Motherwell on his 17th birthday where he was part of the legendary Ancell Babes team. He then moved to Airdrieonians, before joining the Broomfield club's coaching staff. He also worked for Airdrieonians as a scout. His younger brother Sammy Reid also played for Motherwell.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Reid?
Scottish professional footballer (1938-2021)
When was Billy Reid born?
Billy Reid was born on 31 March 1938 in Motherwell.
When did Billy Reid die?
Billy Reid died on 20 July 2021.
What was Billy Reid's occupation?
Billy Reid was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Reid?
Billy Reid was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Reid (footballer, born 1938)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Reid. https://biography.guide/billy-reid-association-football-player-1938/
MLA: "Billy Reid." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-reid-association-football-player-1938/.
Chicago: "Billy Reid." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-reid-association-football-player-1938/.
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