About Ian Gardiner
Lived 1928 – 1990 (aged 61–62). Ian Gardiner was a British association football player and association football coach.
James Ian Gardiner (18 October 1928 – 15 April 1990) was a Scottish footballer who played for East Fife, Motherwell, Raith Rovers, St Johnstone, Montrose and the Scotland national football team. He scored 125 goals in the top division of the Scottish Football League, and 217 goals in all competitions, during his career. He also represented the Scottish League once, scoring against the Irish League in a 5–1 win in 1954.
Gardiner died in Balbeggie on 15 April 1990, at the age of 61.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ian Gardiner?
Scottish footballer (1928-1990)
When was Ian Gardiner born?
Ian Gardiner was born on 18 September 1928 in Balbeggie.
When did Ian Gardiner die?
Ian Gardiner died in 1990.
What was Ian Gardiner's occupation?
Ian Gardiner was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Ian Gardiner?
Ian Gardiner was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ian Gardiner (footballer)
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