Ian Scanlon
Scottish footballer (born 1952)
About Ian Scanlon
Born 1952. Ian Scanlon is a British association football player and association football coach.
John "Ian" Scanlon (13 July 1952) is a Scottish former professional footballer. During his playing career Scanlon represented East Stirlingshire, Aberdeen, St Mirren and English club Notts County.
Career Scanlon moved from East Stirlingshire to Notts County for a fee of £10,000. In November 1974 he scored a hat-trick against Sheffield Wednesday, taking 165 seconds from the first to the third goal, a club record. before being sold to St Mirren in part exchange for Peter Weir.
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Honours With Aberdeen: Scottish Football League Premier Division Winner - 1979–80 Scottish Cup Runner-up - 1978 Scottish League Cup Runner-up - 1979–80
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Ian Scanlon?
Scottish footballer (born 1952)
When was Ian Scanlon born?
Ian Scanlon was born on 13 July 1952 in Birkenshaw.
What is Ian Scanlon's occupation?
Ian Scanlon is an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality is Ian Scanlon?
Ian Scanlon is British.
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