About Willie Wilson
Lived 1941 – 2001 (aged 60). Willie Wilson was a British association football player and association football coach.
Willie Wilson (9 October 1941 – November 2001) was a Scottish football goalkeeper who played in the Scottish Football League for Hibernian, Berwick Rangers and Cowdenbeath.
Wilson played in a number of European ties for Hibernian, including a famous 5–0 victory against Napoli.
He died in November 2001, following major heart surgery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Wilson?
Scottish footballer (1941-2001)
When was Willie Wilson born?
Willie Wilson was born on 9 October 1941 in Wallyford.
When did Willie Wilson die?
Willie Wilson died on 1 November 2001.
What was Willie Wilson's occupation?
Willie Wilson was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Willie Wilson?
Willie Wilson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Willie Wilson (footballer, born 1941)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Wilson. https://biography.guide/willie-wilson-association-football-player/
MLA: "Willie Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-wilson-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Willie Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-wilson-association-football-player/.
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