About Joe Williams
Lived 1907 – 1987 (aged 79). Joe Williams was an Irish association football player.
Joseph Williams (4 November 1907 – 18 January 1987) was an Irish footballer.
Career A fullback, he joined Shamrock Rovers in 1934 from Bray Unknowns F.C. where he had played since 1929. During his time at Glenmalure Park he made the centre-half position his own.
Williams won one international cap for the Republic of Ireland national football team against Norway in a World Cup qualifier at the Ullevaal Stadion on 10 of October 1937.
Williams had a benefit game at Dalymount Park on 10 April 1940.
In March 1957, Williams was flown to the US to take part in a This Is Your Life special for Maureen O'Hara, as Williams was her favourite Rovers player. He presented her with an autographed soccer ball from the team.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Williams?
Irish footballer (1907-1987)
When was Joe Williams born?
Joe Williams was born on 4 November 1907.
When did Joe Williams die?
Joe Williams died on 18 January 1987.
What was Joe Williams's occupation?
Joe Williams was an association football player.
What nationality was Joe Williams?
Joe Williams was Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Williams (Irish footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Williams. https://biography.guide/joe-williams-association-football-player/
MLA: "Joe Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-williams-association-football-player/.
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