Bill Strauss

South African footballer (1916-1984)

South Africa Wing half
1916Born
2Clubs
245Club apps
85Club goals

Bill Strauss: profile

Bill Strauss (born 6 January 1916 in Transvaal Province, South Africa) was a South African footballer who played as a wing half. He died in 1984.

Strauss started out at Aberdeen F.C. in 1935. He played for 2 clubs between 1935 and 1953. His most appearances came at Plymouth Argyle F.C. (1946–1953), where he made 158 appearances and scored 40 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 245 appearances and 85 goals.

Key facts

Club career
1935–1953 (19 seasons)
Club goals per game
0.35 (85 in 245)
Shares a birthday with
Bongani Khumalo, Bubista and Mohamed Camara (more)

Club career

YearsClubLeagueAppsGoals
1935–1946 Aberdeen F.C. Scottish Premiership 87 45
1946–1953 Plymouth Argyle F.C. EFL League One 158 40
Total24585

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

Frequently asked questions

Where was Bill Strauss born?

Bill Strauss was born in Transvaal Province, South Africa.

Which clubs has Bill Strauss played for?

Bill Strauss's recorded clubs are Aberdeen F.C. and Plymouth Argyle F.C..

What position does Bill Strauss play?

Bill Strauss played as a wing half.

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