William Brown (footballer, born 1907) explained

William Brown
Fullname:William Brown
Birth Date:27 February 1907
Birth Place:Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England
Death Place:City of London, England
Height:5 ft 8 in[1]
Position:Right back
Youthclubs1:Bishop Auckland
Youthclubs2:Crook Town
Years1:1927–1928
Clubs1:Huddersfield Town
Years2:1928–1935
Clubs2:Watford
Caps2:220
Goals2:0
Years3:1936–1939
Clubs3:Exeter City
Years4:1939
Clubs4:Darlington

William Brown (27 February 1907 – 17 August 1976) was an English professional association footballer and sprinter. He played as a right back for Football League clubs Huddersfield Town, Watford, Exeter City and Darlington, before his playing career was interrupted by the Second World War. After its conclusion, Brown began coaching sports in the town of Apsley, becoming a football coach at nearby Hemel Hempstead Town in 1950. He continued living in Hertfordshire, and died in the City of London.

As of 2010, Brown holds the dubious distinction of having played more first team games for Watford without scoring than any other outfield player.

Notes and References

  1. News: Exeter City. Only 6 kept on . Sunday Dispatch Football Guide . London . 23 August 1936 . xii . Newspapers.com.