Willie Russell

This article is about the footballer. For the dramatist (born 1947), see Willy Russell. For other people of similar names, see William Russell (disambiguation).

William Fraser "Willie" Russell[1] (born 6 December 1901 in Falkirk)[2] was a Scottish professional footballer.

Russell scored both goals for Airdrie when they won the 1924 Scottish Cup Final, against Hibernian. He formed part of a potent Airdrie front three along with Hughie Gallacher and Bob McPhail that also finished second that season in Scotland's top division. Russell represented Scotland twice and the Scottish League twice.[1][3]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "William Russell". London Hearts Supporters' Club. Retrieved 9 June 2013.
  2. ↑ (Smith 2013, p. 252)
  3. ↑ "William Russell". London Hearts Supporters' Club. Retrieved 9 June 2013.
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