How many caps did Billy Hamilton win for Northern Ireland?

Billy Hamilton won 41 caps for Northern Ireland, scoring 5 goals.

Which clubs did Billy Hamilton play for?

Linfield (1975–1978), Queens Park Rangers (1978–1979), Burnley (1979–1984), Oxford United (1984–1987), Limerick (1987–1989), Sligo Rovers (1989–1989), Coleraine (1989–1989), Lisburn Distillery (1989–1992).

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

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Billy Hamilton #24 of Northern Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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24 / Northern Ireland · 1979–1989

Billy Hamilton

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Caps · Northern Ireland

Goals · Northern Ireland

Life

1957

Clubs

Linfield, Burnley, Oxford United

#24

Editorial rank of 33 for Northern Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The lightning-quick striker etched his name into Northern Ireland folklore with his memorable brace against Spain at the 1986 World Cup. Career record: 41 caps and 5 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Linfield, Burnley, Oxford United.

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Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1975–1978	Linfield
1978–1979	Queens Park Rangers
1979–1984	Burnley
1984–1987	Oxford United
1987–1989	Limerick
1989–1989	Sligo Rovers
1989–1989	Coleraine
1989–1992	Lisburn Distillery
Northern Ireland	41 caps, 5 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 Hamilton in the almanac

One rank above: Alan McDonald at #23.

One rank below: Chris Brunt at #25.

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

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