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William Johnstone

1864 – 1950

Scottish footballer

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Lived 1864 – 1950 (aged 86). William Johnstone was a British association football player.

William Johnstone (4 November 1864 – 11 December 1950) was a Scottish footballer who played as a forward for Third Lanark and Scotland. A versatile player, he is recorded as having featured on the left wing, in the centre and at inside forward for club and country.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Johnstone?

Scottish footballer (1864-1950)

When was William Johnstone born?

William Johnstone was born on 4 November 1864 in Glasgow.

When did William Johnstone die?

William Johnstone died on 11 December 1950.

What was William Johnstone's occupation?

William Johnstone was an association football player.

What nationality was William Johnstone?

William Johnstone was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Johnstone

· Wikidata: Q19519437

· DBpedia: William Johnstone (footballer)

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