How many caps did Billy Bingham win for Northern Ireland?

Billy Bingham won 56 caps for Northern Ireland, scoring 10 goals.

Which clubs did Billy Bingham play for?

Glentoran (1948–1950), Sunderland A.F.C. (1950–1958), Luton Town (1958–1961), Everton (1961–1963), Port Vale (1963–1965).

Where does Billy Bingham rank among Northern Ireland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Billy Bingham #12 of Northern Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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12 / Northern Ireland · 1951–1963

Billy Bingham

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Caps · Northern Ireland

Goals · Northern Ireland

Life

1931–2022

Clubs

Glentoran, Luton Town, Everton

#12

Editorial rank of 33 for Northern Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

An outstanding winger known for his blistering pace and deadly crosses, he made history with Tottenham and was a key player for Northern Ireland in two World Cups. Career record: 56 caps and 10 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Glentoran, Luton Town, Everton.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q863023

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Career record

1948–1950	Glentoran
1950–1958	Sunderland A.F.C.
1958–1961	Luton Town
1961–1963	Everton
1963–1965	Port Vale
Northern Ireland	56 caps, 10 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026

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Around Bingham in the almanac

One rank above: Bill McCracken at #11.

One rank below: David Healy at #13.

Northern Ireland's editorial top five: George Best · Danny Blanchflower · Pat Jennings · Peter Doherty · Aaron Hughes.

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