William McLeod (c. 1860 – 8 November 1943) was a Scottish

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who played as a full back.

Career

Born in

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, McLeod played club football for

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, Aston Villa and Queen's Park, and made one appearance for

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in 1886.(Scotland player) William McLeod
London Hearts Supporters Club He was later active as a referee.

References

1860s births 1943 deaths Scottish men's footballers Scotland men's international footballers Cowlairs F.C. players Aston Villa F.C. players Queen's Park F.C. players Men's association football fullbacks Date of birth missing Place of death missing Scottish football referees {{Scotland-footy-defender-1860s-stub