About Willie Forbes
Lived 1922 – 1999 (aged 76). Willie Forbes was a British association football player.
William Forbes (25 May 1922 – 31 January 1999) was a Scottish footballer, who played for Dunfermline Athletic, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Preston North End and Carlisle United.
Honours Preston North End FA Cup runner-up: 1953–54
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Who was Willie Forbes?
Scottish footballer (1922-1999)
When was Willie Forbes born?
Willie Forbes was born on 22 May 1922 in Glasgow.
When did Willie Forbes die?
Willie Forbes died on 31 January 1999 in Chorley.
What was Willie Forbes's occupation?
Willie Forbes was an association football player.
What nationality was Willie Forbes?
Willie Forbes was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Forbes. https://biography.guide/willie-forbes/
MLA: "Willie Forbes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-forbes/.
Chicago: "Willie Forbes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-forbes/.
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