About Johnny Williams
Lived 1947 – 2021 (aged 73). Johnny Williams was a British association football player.
John Robert Williams (26 March 1947 – 22 January 2021) was an English footballer who played as a left-back. He died in January 2021, aged 73.
Career After playing for Bennetts End Youth Club, Williams joined Watford as an apprentice in 1962, aged 15. He turned professional in September 1964, and went on to make 419 competitive appearances for Watford in the Football League, FA Cup and Football League Cup. He was part of the side that achieved promotion to the Second Division in 1968–69, Football League Third Division Winner (1): 1968–69
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Williams?
English footballer born 1947
When was Johnny Williams born?
Johnny Williams was born on 26 March 1947 in Tottenham.
When did Johnny Williams die?
Johnny Williams died on 22 January 2021.
What was Johnny Williams's occupation?
Johnny Williams was an association football player.
What nationality was Johnny Williams?
Johnny Williams was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johnny Williams (footballer, born 1947)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Williams. https://biography.guide/johnny-williams-association-football-player-1947/
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