Billy Malpass

William Malpass (5 March 1867 – 1939) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Wolverhampton Wanderers.[1][2] Famous musical composer and Wolves supporter Edward Elgar wrote one of the first football chants "He Banged The Leather for Goal" in honor of Malpass.[3]

Billy Malpass
Personal information
Full name William Malpass[1]
Date of birth 5 March 1867[1]
Place of birth Wednesbury, England[1]
Date of death 1939 (aged 71–72)[1]
Position(s) Centre Half
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1890–1891 Wednesbury Old Athletic
1891–1899 Wolverhampton Wanderers 133 (6)
Total 133 (6)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

References
  1. Billy Malpass at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)
  2. Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.
  3. "Sir Edward Elgar wrote football chant along with his classical music". The Telegraph. Retrieved 11 August 2019.
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