About Matt Wilson
Lived 1842 – 1897 (aged 54–55). Matt Wilson was a British association football player.
Matthew Wilson, known as Matt Wilson and nicknamed Daddy Wilson (c. 1842 – 20 May 1897) was an Irish international footballer who played club football for Distillery as a right back.
Wilson earned three caps for Ireland at the 1884 British Home Championship.
Wilson played alongside his son Bob in the 1886 Irish Cup Final.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Matt Wilson?
Irish footballer (1842-1897)
When was Matt Wilson born?
Matt Wilson was born in 1842.
When did Matt Wilson die?
Matt Wilson died on 20 May 1897.
What was Matt Wilson's occupation?
Matt Wilson was an association football player.
What nationality was Matt Wilson?
Matt Wilson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Matt Wilson (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Matt Wilson. https://biography.guide/matt-wilson/
MLA: "Matt Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/matt-wilson/.
Chicago: "Matt Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/matt-wilson/.
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