Willie Polland
Scottish footballer
About Willie Polland
Lived 1934 – 2010 (aged 75). Willie Polland was a British association football player and association football coach.
William Polland (28 July 1934 – 12 February 2010) was a Scottish footballer who played for Raith Rovers and Heart of Midlothian. Polland, a defender, began his career with Raith Rovers in 1955, and played about 200 games for the Kirkcaldy club before he was signed by Hearts in April 1961.
At Hearts, Polland was a member of the team that won the Scottish League Cup in 1962, and the team that lost out of the 1964–65 league title on goal average. He retired from football in 1970, following Raith's relegation from the top flight.
After football, Polland ran a building firm, and worked as a publican in his hometown Armadale.
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Who was Willie Polland?
Scottish footballer (1934-2010)
When was Willie Polland born?
Willie Polland was born on 28 July 1934 in Armadale.
When did Willie Polland die?
Willie Polland died on 12 February 2010 in Scotland.
What was Willie Polland's occupation?
Willie Polland was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Willie Polland?
Willie Polland was British.
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