About Willie Havenga
Lived 1924 – 2008 (aged 84). Willie Havenga was a South African association football player.
William Stephanus Havenga (6 November 1924 – 12 December 2008), commonly known as Billy or Willie Havenga, was a South African professional footballer who played in the Football League for Birmingham City, Luton Town and Ipswich Town. He also played in South Africa and in non-league football in England.
Career Havenga was born in Bloemfontein. He played in South Africa for Bremner Old Boys before coming to England for trials with Birmingham City. The trials were successful, and Havenga signed for the club in July 1948. but his proved to be his only first-team game for the club. At the end of the 1949–50 season Havenga joined Second Division club Luton Town. He spent 18 months with Luton, and also played for Worcester City, Hinckley Athletic and Halesowen Town.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Havenga?
South African footballer (1924-2008)
When was Willie Havenga born?
Willie Havenga was born on 6 November 1924 in Bloemfontein.
When did Willie Havenga die?
Willie Havenga died on 12 December 2008 in South Africa.
What was Willie Havenga's occupation?
Willie Havenga was an association football player.
What nationality was Willie Havenga?
Willie Havenga was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Havenga. https://biography.guide/willie-havenga/
MLA: "Willie Havenga." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-havenga/.
Chicago: "Willie Havenga." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-havenga/.
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