About Bob McDonald
Lived 1895 – 1971 (aged 75–76). Bob McDonald was a British association football player.
Robert James McDonald (25 February 1895 – 1971) was a professional footballer who played for Inverness Caledonian, Tottenham Hotspur and Clapton Orient.
Football career McDonald joined Spurs from Inverness Caledonian in 1919. Playing as a full back, he made a total of 125 appearances in all competitions in his time at White Hart Lane. The highlight of his Tottenham career was to be a member of the winning 1921 FA Cup Final team. He moved to Clapton Orient in 1927 and went on to play a further 37 matches.
Honours Tottenham Hotspur FA Cup: 1920–21
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob McDonald?
Scottish footballer (1895-1971)
When was Bob McDonald born?
Bob McDonald was born on 25 February 1895 in Inverness.
When did Bob McDonald die?
Bob McDonald died in 1971.
What was Bob McDonald's occupation?
Bob McDonald was an association football player.
What nationality was Bob McDonald?
Bob McDonald was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob McDonald (Scottish footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob McDonald. https://biography.guide/bob-mcdonald-association-football-player/
MLA: "Bob McDonald." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-mcdonald-association-football-player/.
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