William was known as an intelligent player, renowned for his strength in the tackle, he was on the Chelsea staff for eight years. While primarily a defensive half-back, his clever use of the ball out of defence started many attacks.
He was transferred to Heart of Midlothian in Dec 1935 and was later appointed player-manager of Rhyl FC.
He was a welcome guest at the Chelsea FA Cup final banquet in 1967.
William was known as an intelligent player, renowned for his strength in the tackle, he was on the Chelsea staff for eight years. While primarily a defensive half-back, his clever use of the ball out of defence started many attacks.
He was transferred to Heart of Midlothian in Dec 1935 and was later appointed player-manager of Rhyl FC.
He was a welcome guest at the Chelsea FA Cup final banquet in 1967.
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