Billy McConnell (footballer)

William Henry McConnell (2 September 1901 – 1974), sometimes known as Pat McConnell, was an Irish professional footballer who made over 140 appearances in the Football League for Reading and was capped by Ireland at international level.

[1][4] He later served as a Football League linesman and played cricket for Berkshire.

[5][6] Born in Corbolis, County Louth, Ireland, McConnell moved to Slough, England at the age of four.

[5] After retiring from football, he ran a newsagent in Slough.

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