About Brian Handley
Lived 1936 – 1982 (aged 45). Brian Handley was a British association football player.
Brian Handley (21 June 1936 – 5 March 1982) was an English football centre-forward. He was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.
Handley joined Aston Villa in September 1957 from Goole Town, but had to wait until the 1959–60 season for his league debut. He moved to Torquay United in September 1960, scoring 32 goals in 82 games for Eric Webber's side before dropping into non-league football.
In February 1966, he joined Rochdale from Bridgwater Town, but played only three times before leaving league football once more.
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Who was Brian Handley?
English footballer (1936-1982)
When was Brian Handley born?
Brian Handley was born on 21 June 1936 in Wakefield.
When did Brian Handley die?
Brian Handley died on 5 March 1982.
What was Brian Handley's occupation?
Brian Handley was an association football player.
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Brian Handley was British.
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