About Willie Corbett
Lived 1922 – 2011 (aged 88). Willie Corbett was a British association football player.
William Risk Corbett (31 August 1922 – 31 July 2011) was a Scottish footballer who played as a centre-half.
Corbett made 60 official appearances for Celtic from 1946 to 1948 (having joined in 1941 during wartime) and also played for Preston North End, Leicester City, Yeovil Town, Dunfermline Athletic and Greenock Morton. He also appeared as a guest player for West Ham United in World War II.
His two brothers, David and Norman, were also footballers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Corbett?
Scottish footballer (1922-2011)
When was Willie Corbett born?
Willie Corbett was born on 31 August 1922 in Falkirk.
When did Willie Corbett die?
Willie Corbett died on 31 July 2011 in Bonnybridge.
What was Willie Corbett's occupation?
Willie Corbett was an association football player.
What nationality was Willie Corbett?
Willie Corbett was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Corbett. https://biography.guide/willie-corbett/
MLA: "Willie Corbett." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-corbett/.
Chicago: "Willie Corbett." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-corbett/.
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