Derek Whiteford
Scottish football manager
About Derek Whiteford
Lived 1947 – 2002 (aged 54–55). Derek Whiteford was a British association football player and association football coach.
David "Derek" Whiteford (born 13 May 1947 in Salsburgh) was a Scottish football player and manager. He played for Hibernian,
Whiteford started his senior career with Hibernian, but was unable to establish himself in the first team and was given a free transfer. as well as winning 1973–74 Scottish Division Two title and 1976 Spring Cup, plus another runner-up medal from the 1971–72 Texaco Cup. In 2016 he was voted into the Diamonds 'Greatest XI' by supporters.
After retiring as a player, Whiteford managed Albion Rovers, Dumbarton (alongside Alex Wright) and then Airdrieonians. His uncle Jock and cousins Davie and Jocky Whiteford (a teammate at Airdrie and Dumbarton) were also footballers.
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Who was Derek Whiteford?
Scottish football manager (1947-2002)
When was Derek Whiteford born?
Derek Whiteford was born on 13 May 1947 in Salsburgh.
When did Derek Whiteford die?
Derek Whiteford died in 2002 in Shotts.
What was Derek Whiteford's occupation?
Derek Whiteford was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Derek Whiteford?
Derek Whiteford was British.
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