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David Mathers

1931 – 2014

Scottish footballer

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Lived 1931 – 2014 (aged 82). David Mathers was a British association football player.

David Cochrane Mathers (23 October 1931 – 22 August 2014) was a Scottish footballer, who played as a left-half for Partick Thistle and the Scotland national team.

Mathers joined Partick Thistle from Govan High School in 1947 and turned professional two years later, aged 17. He remained there until September 1959, when he joined Southern League team Headington United. That club changed its name to Oxford United the following summer. Mathers returned to Partick in December 1960, but did not make any more first team appearances for the club. He signed for East Stirlingshire in the summer of 1961 and retired after one season there.

Mathers played once for Scotland, against Finland in what was their final preparation match before the 1954 FIFA World Cup finals. Although named in Scotland's 22-man squad for Switzerland, Scotland decided to take only 13 of the 22 to the finals. Mathers stayed at home on reserve, along with the likes of Bobby Combe and Jimmy Binning. Inside forward George Hamilton was also on reserve, but travelled after Bobby Johnstone withdrew through injury. Mathers also represented the Scottish League once, in 1956.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Mathers?

Scottish footballer (1931-2014)

When was David Mathers born?

David Mathers was born on 23 October 1931 in Glasgow.

When did David Mathers die?

David Mathers died on 22 August 2014 in Southport.

What was David Mathers's occupation?

David Mathers was an association football player.

What nationality was David Mathers?

David Mathers was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Mathers

· Wikidata: Q3703257

· DBpedia: David Mathers (footballer)

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