About David Mitchell
Lived 1866 – 1948 (aged 82). David Mitchell was a British association football player.
David Mitchell (29 April 1866 – 6 December 1948) was a Scottish football player, best known for his time with Rangers.
Playing career Mitchell joined Rangers from Kilmarnock in September 1889. He was Rangers captain and won two Scottish Football League championships (the shared 1890–91 title and the perfect season of 1898–99), three Scottish Cups (1894, 1897 and 1898), four Glasgow Cups, two Glasgow Football Leagues and one Charity Cup. He made 171 appearances for the club in the league and Scottish Cup plus the 1891 championship playoff with Dumbarton, scoring eight goals. Mitchell also won five Scotland caps.
Retirement He retired in 1900 and moved to Denmark to coach.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Mitchell?
Scottish professional football player (1866-1948)
When was David Mitchell born?
David Mitchell was born on 29 April 1866 in Kilmarnock.
When did David Mitchell die?
David Mitchell died on 6 December 1948 in Irvine.
What was David Mitchell's occupation?
David Mitchell was an association football player.
What nationality was David Mitchell?
David Mitchell was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Mitchell (footballer, born 1866)
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MLA: "David Mitchell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-mitchell/.
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