About Derek McKay
Lived 1948 – 2008 (aged 59). Derek McKay was a British association football player.
Derek McKay (13 December 1948 – 20 April 2008) was a Scottish footballer who played as a right winger.
Biography Derek McKay was born in Banff, Aberdeenshire, on the Moray Firth Coast. McKay began his career with his local Banff based, part-time professional club, Deveronvale FC of the Scottish Highland Football League.
As an 18-year-old McKay transferred to Scottish First Division Football League Club, Dundee FC. He featured in a dozen Dundee league matches.
He next moved to Aberdeen in 1969. In the 1969–70 Scottish Cup his career reached its zenith. McKay scored the winning goals in the quarter- and semi-final matches, before scoring twice in the 3-1 Final win over favourites Celtic. Known afterwards as 'Cup-tie McKay',
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Honours Aberdeen Scottish Cup: 1 1969–70
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Derek McKay?
Footballer (1948-2008)
When was Derek McKay born?
Derek McKay was born on 13 December 1948 in Banff.
When did Derek McKay die?
Derek McKay died on 20 April 2008 in Bangkok.
What was Derek McKay's occupation?
Derek McKay was an association football player.
What nationality was Derek McKay?
Derek McKay was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Derek McKay. https://biography.guide/derek-mckay/
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