About Willie Stewart
Lived 1872 – 1945 (aged 72–73). Willie Stewart was a British association football player.
William S. Stewart (11 February 1872 – July 1945) was a Scottish footballer who was born in Coupar Angus. He played as an inside forward before switching to his favoured half back position. He joined Newton Heath from Warwick County in July 1889. At Newton Heath, which was renamed Manchester United in 1902, he scored a goal in the club's first Football Alliance match against Sunderland Albion on 21 September 1889. On 7 April 1890, he scored Newton Heath's first ever hat-trick against Small Heath. In the 1892–93 season, he helped the club gain League status. After scoring 23 goals in 149 appearances for the Heathens, he left the club in May 1895 for Luton Town. At the end of the career, he joined Thames Ironworks.
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Who was Willie Stewart?
Scottish footballer (1872-1945)
When was Willie Stewart born?
Willie Stewart was born on 11 February 1872 in Coupar Angus.
When did Willie Stewart die?
Willie Stewart died in 1945.
What was Willie Stewart's occupation?
Willie Stewart was an association football player.
What nationality was Willie Stewart?
Willie Stewart was British.
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