William Mercer (8 November 1874 – 9 September 1932) was a Scottish footballer who played as an outside left in the Scottish League for Cowdenbeath and Hibernian. He also played in the Football League for Glossop. After his retirement as a player, Mercer served Cowdenbeath as trainer and was secretary of junior club Vulcan Rovers.

Personal life

Mercer worked as a miner and died after coming off his shift at Donibristle Colliery in 1932.

Willie Mercer

Career statistics

Honours

Cowdenbeath Hall of Fame

References

Scottish men's footballers

Cowdenbeath F.C. players

Scottish Football League players

1874 births

1932 deaths

Scottish miners

Men's association football outside forwards

Footballers from Cowdenbeath

Glossop North End A.F.C. players

Hibernian F.C. players

English Football League players

Cowdenbeath F.C. non-playing staff

Willie Mercer