About Job Wilding
Lived 1862 – 1947 (aged 84–85). Job Wilding was a British association football player.
Job Wilding (1862 – 15 March 1947) was a Welsh professional footballer who played as a forward. He was among the first full-time professional football players in England.
He made his international debut for the Wales national team on 14 March 1885, in the Wales versus England match at Leamington Road, Blackburn. He was also Everton F.C.'s first player to represent Wales at full international level.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Job Wilding?
British association football player (1862-1947)
When was Job Wilding born?
Job Wilding was born in 1862 in Wrexham.
When did Job Wilding die?
Job Wilding died on 15 March 1947.
What was Job Wilding's occupation?
Job Wilding was an association football player.
What nationality was Job Wilding?
Job Wilding was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Job Wilding. https://biography.guide/job-wilding/
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