William Edwards (born 8 January 1952) is an English former professional

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who played in the

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as a central defender, most notably for

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Personal life

After leaving professional football, Edwards served as a policeman for 18 years.

Honours

Walton & Hersham *

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: 1972–73 Wimbledon * Southern League Premier Division: 1974–75, 1975–76, 1976–77 Individual *

Player of the Year: 1976–77

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Edwards, Billy 1952 births Living people Footballers from Paddington English men's footballers Men's association football defenders Walton & Hersham F.C. players Wimbledon F.C. players Maidstone United F.C. (1897) players English Football League players National League (English football) players Tooting & Mitcham United F.C. players Leatherhead F.C. players Dulwich Hamlet F.C. players British police officers