About Brian Wood
Lived 1940 – 2014 (aged 73). Brian Wood was a British association football player and scout.
Brian Thomas Wood (8 December 1940 – 5 July 2014) was an English footballer who played as a central defender.
Career Born in Hamworthy, Wood made a total of 476 appearances in The Football League for West Bromwich Albion, Crystal Palace, Leyton Orient, Colchester United and Workington. After leaving Workington, he became a scout for Preston North End, a job he combined with managing the Willis Faber and Dumas sports club in Ipswich. Football League Third Division Runner-up (1): 1963–64
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Brian Wood?
Footballer (1940-2014)
When was Brian Wood born?
Brian Wood was born on 8 December 1940 in Hamworthy.
When did Brian Wood die?
Brian Wood died on 5 July 2014 in Saxtead.
What was Brian Wood's occupation?
Brian Wood was an association football player and scout.
What nationality was Brian Wood?
Brian Wood was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Brian Wood (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Brian Wood. https://biography.guide/brian-wood/
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