About Dave Williams
Lived 1942 – 2015 (aged 72). Dave Williams was a British association football player and association football coach.
David Williams (1 March 1942 – 23 February 2015) was a Welsh professional footballer and coach. A full back, he joined Newport County from local club Nash United. He went on to make 306 league appearances for Newport scoring 2 goals between 1960 and 1973.
In 1988 Williams had a brief spell as team manager of Newport County until the arrival of Eddie May.
In September 2009 Williams was inducted to the Newport County Hall of Fame. He died at the age of 72 in 2015.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Williams?
Welsh footballer (1942-2015)
When was Dave Williams born?
Dave Williams was born on 1 March 1942 in Newport.
When did Dave Williams die?
Dave Williams died on 23 February 2015.
What was Dave Williams's occupation?
Dave Williams was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Dave Williams?
Dave Williams was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Williams (footballer, born 1942)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Williams. https://biography.guide/dave-williams-association-football-player/
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