William Townley

Midfielder, Football player

1866 – 1950

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Who was William Townley?

William "Billy" Townley, born in Blackburn 14th February 1866, died 30th May 1950 in Blackpool, England, was an English Football player and coach.

He scored the first hat-trick in the history of the FA Cup final, but his lasting legacy is defined as an important pioneer of the game in Germany and as a journeyman coach on the continent.

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Born
Feb 14, 1866
Blackburn
Also known as
  • Таунли, Уильям
Nationality
  • England
Lived in
  • England
Died
May 30, 1950
Blackpool

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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