About Billy Wright
Lived 1931 – 2020 (aged 89). Billy Wright was a British association football player.
John William Wright (4 March 1931 – 14 April 2020) was an English footballer who played in midfield. He played for Blackpool, Leicester City, Newcastle United, Plymouth Argyle and Millwall.
Career Wright began his career with his hometown club Blackpool in 1951. In four years he made fifteen League appearances, his chances largely limited by Stanley Matthews being ahead of him in the pecking order.
In 1955 he joined Leicester City, for whom he made 27 League appearances and scored ten goals.
After three years at Filbert Street, Wright moved north to Newcastle United in 1958. In five League appearances he scored three goals.
The south coast was Wright's next destination, in 1959. He joined Plymouth Argyle, and went onto make 42 League appearances for the club, netting nine goals.
In 1961 Wright signed for Millwall. He made fifteen League appearances in his one season with the Lions.
He moved into non-League football with Tonbridge Angels.
Death Wright died on 14 April 2020, aged 89.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Wright?
English footballer, born 1931
When was Billy Wright born?
Billy Wright was born on 4 March 1931 in Blackpool.
When did Billy Wright die?
Billy Wright died on 14 April 2020.
What was Billy Wright's occupation?
Billy Wright was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Wright?
Billy Wright was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Wright (footballer, born 1931)
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