About David Gibson
Lived 1895 – 1964 (aged 68). David Gibson was a British association football player.
David Gibson (29 September 1895 – 26 September 1964) was a Scottish footballer who played as a left back, initially for hometown team Kilmarnock where he played for seven seasons between 1919 and late 1925 (Joe Nibloe establishing himself in the position thereafter). He had a short spell at Preston North End before moving to the American Soccer League where he featured for Springfield Babes, Fall River and Providence over five years, returning to Scotland in 1932 with Queen of the South and Galston (both then playing in the Scottish Football Alliance league). and the National Challenge Cup with Fall River in 1927.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Gibson?
Scottish footballer (1895-1964)
When was David Gibson born?
David Gibson was born on 29 September 1895 in Kilmarnock.
When did David Gibson die?
David Gibson died on 26 September 1964 in Kilmarnock.
What was David Gibson's occupation?
David Gibson was an association football player.
What nationality was David Gibson?
David Gibson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Gibson (footballer, born 1895)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Gibson. https://biography.guide/david-gibson-association-football-player/
MLA: "David Gibson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-gibson-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "David Gibson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/david-gibson-association-football-player/.
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