About William Kearney
Lived 1895 – 1986 (aged 90–91). William Kearney was a British association football player.
William Kearney (18 September 1895 – December 1986) was an English professional football outside forward who played in the Football League for Brentford.
Career A full back, Kearney began his career with hometown non-league club Sunderland Celtic. Third Division 6 0 0 0 6 0
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Kearney?
English footballer (1895-1986)
When was William Kearney born?
William Kearney was born on 18 September 1895 in Sunderland.
When did William Kearney die?
William Kearney died in 1986 in Ealing.
What was William Kearney's occupation?
William Kearney was an association football player.
What nationality was William Kearney?
William Kearney was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Kearney (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Kearney. https://biography.guide/william-kearney-association-football-player/
MLA: "William Kearney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-kearney-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "William Kearney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-kearney-association-football-player/.
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