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Donnie McKinnon

b. 1940

Scottish footballer (born 1940)

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Born 1940. Donnie McKinnon is a British association football player.

Donald MacKinnon, commonly known as Donnie McKinnon (born 20 August 1940) is a Scottish former professional footballer who played for Partick Thistle.

Career A central defender, McKinnon was raised in Govan but as a child during World War II spent some time on the Isle of Lewis where his mother was born. Having joined Partick Thistle in 1959 from Junior club Rutherglen Glencairn, he made his debut against St Johnstone on 4 March 1961 in a 3–0 win at Firhill. before becoming a physiotherapist at the club, a role he remained in until retiring in 1989; he was granted a testimonial match against Manchester United in November 1973. He did not take part in Thistle's most famous occasion of the era, the 1971 Scottish League Cup Final victory.

He also performed physio duties for the Scotland national squad, including at the 1978 and 1982 World Cup finals.

In 1980, McKinnon was the football coach in the film Gregory's Girl.

Personal life McKinnon's twin brother Ronnie was also a professional footballer and a centre-half,

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Govan High School
Also known as
Donald McKinnon

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Donnie McKinnon?

Scottish footballer (born 1940)

When was Donnie McKinnon born?

Donnie McKinnon was born on 20 August 1940 in Glasgow.

What is Donnie McKinnon's occupation?

Donnie McKinnon is an association football player.

What nationality is Donnie McKinnon?

Donnie McKinnon is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Donnie McKinnon

· Wikidata: Q76838563

· DBpedia: Donnie McKinnon

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