William Mitchell was born in Lurgan, Northern Ireland. He played for Cliftonville and Distillery where he won his first international cap. William was purchased by Chelsea for £2,000 in June 1933.
According to Tony Matthews (Who's Who of Chelsea): "Mitchell was a terrier in the tackle, strong and positive despite his small frame. Occasionally in trouble with the referee, he nevertheless always gave a terrific display out on the field."
William scored 3 goals in 117 games before the outbreak of the Second World War. After the war he played for Bath City.
William Mitchell was born in Lurgan, Northern Ireland. He played for Cliftonville and Distillery where he won his first international cap. William was purchased by Chelsea for £2,000 in June 1933.
According to Tony Matthews (Who's Who of Chelsea): "Mitchell was a terrier in the tackle, strong and positive despite his small frame. Occasionally in trouble with the referee, he nevertheless always gave a terrific display out on the field."
William scored 3 goals in 117 games before the outbreak of the Second World War. After the war he played for Bath City.
Gravesite Details
His ashes were scattered in the lawn called the A Garden grid reference A15/52.
There is no known memorial.
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