Hudson: William Albert (Billy)

1951-1952 (Player Details)

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Born: Swansea: 10-03-1925

Debut: Cardiff City (h): 12-09-1951

5’71/2” 10st 9lb (1951)

After coming out of the forces he joined Pembroke to whom he was recommended by his uncle, Albert Hudson, a former Fulham, Llanelly and Pembroke player. He soon impressed and despite having been rejected by Manchester City after trials, won a Welsh Amateur cap in 1951 and within weeks was a Leeds United player. Hudson made his League debut after only one Central League appearance but generally struggled to get into the Leeds side. He left for Sheffield United in May 1952, where he only played one game, and then joined Mansfield Town in May 1954, being released on a free transfer a year later, after scoring once in eight appearances.