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Bill Rochford (William Rochford) was born on 27 May, 1913 in New House, County Durham, England, is an English footballer. Discover Bill Rochford's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 71 years old?

Popular As William Rochford
Occupation N/A
Age 71 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 27 May, 1913
Birthday 27 May
Birthplace New House, County Durham, England
Date of death 1984
Died Place Bishop Auckland, England
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Bill Rochford Height, Weight & Measurements

At 71 years old, Bill Rochford height is 5ft 10in .

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Bill Rochford Net Worth

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Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1913

William Rochford (27 May 1913 – 9 March 1984) was an English footballer.

1931

His family subsequently moved to Cuckfield, West Sussex from where he joined Portsmouth in July 1931.

1932

Rochford (known as "Rockie" throughout his career) made his debut for Portsmouth against Southampton in the Rowland Hospital Cup at The Dell in April 1932.

1934

At first, playing at right-back, he made only the occasional first team start for Pompey, who finished regularly in mid-table in the Football League First Division, but by 1934-35 he had become a regular choice and in 1936 he represented the English League.

1937

In 1937 he switched to left-back and stayed there, being an ever-present in 1937-38.

1939

A member of the Portsmouth team that won the 1939 FA Cup, he played over 100 matches for Portsmouth and for their south coast rivals, Southampton.

Rochford was born at New House, County Durham into a mining family, and as a youth he played for the Esh Winning junior XI.

His greatest moment for Portsmouth came in the FA Cup, when Pompey, who were struggling in the relegation zone, swept aside high-flying Wolves in the 1939 FA Cup Final running in 4-1 victors.

1946

As a result of the suspension of the FA Cup for the duration of World War II, the next FA Cup final was not until 7 years later in 1946, thereby enabling Portsmouth fans to claim that their team has held the Cup for the longest time.

Rochford continued to play for Portsmouth during the war, making over 200 appearances in war-time matches.

During the War he worked at the aircraft factory in Hamble-le-Rice and also played football for their works team Folland Aircraft.

After the cessation of hostilities, he joined Southampton in July 1946 for a fee of £550 in readiness for the first post-war league season.

Rochford soon became automatic choice as team captain, and, according to Holley & Chalk's "In That Number" he "was a father figure to many of the younger and less experienced players", including Alf Ramsey and Bill Ellerington, who were vying for the right-back position.

Over the next few seasons he rarely missed a game as Saints narrowly missed out on promotion from Division 2.

1949

In August 1949, he applied for the position as manager following the departure of Bill Dodgin to Fulham.

Although Rochford was strongly tipped for the job, being the players' choice, his application was turned down in favour of Sid Cann.

Although appointed player-coach under Cann, Rochford was disappointed and after missing out on promotion yet again at the end of the 1949-50 season, he left the club in July 1950 to join Colchester United.

Colchester were about to embark on their first season in the Football League, but Rochford was only able to make two league appearances before retiring.

Following his retirement, Rochford returned to his native north-east to become a farmer near Gateshead, but continued to serve Southampton F.C. by acting as their scout in the area.

1984

He died at Bishop Auckland in March 1984.

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