About Wilf Phillips
Lived 1895 – 1976 (aged 80). Wilf Phillips was a British association football player.
Career Phillips was born in Bradley, Staffordshire, and played non-league football with Bilston United before joining Football League side Stoke in 1919. Phillips became a prolific forward for the "Lions" and his 27 goals in 1927–28 helped Millwall to claim the Third Division South title.
After scoring 62 goals in 119 matches for Millwall he joined the short lived Thames in June 1930, and then signed for West Ham United, for another £500 fee, in May 1931. He scored on his Irons debut, a 4–2 victory against Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park. His single season at Upton Park saw relegation to the Second Division.
Honours Football League Third Division South champion: 1927–28
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Who was Wilf Phillips?
English footballer (1895-1976)
When was Wilf Phillips born?
Wilf Phillips was born on 27 August 1895 in Bradley.
When did Wilf Phillips die?
Wilf Phillips died on 14 March 1976.
What was Wilf Phillips's occupation?
Wilf Phillips was an association football player.
What nationality was Wilf Phillips?
Wilf Phillips was British.
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