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Jackie McNamara, Sr.

b. 1952

Scottish footballer (born 1952)

Association football player
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About Jackie McNamara, Sr.

Born 1952. Jackie McNamara, Sr. is a British association football player.

John "Jackie" McNamara (born 19 September 1952 in Glasgow) is a Scottish retired professional footballer who played for Cumbernauld United, Celtic, Hibernian and Greenock Morton. His son, Jackie McNamara, was also a professional footballer.

Career

McNamara started his professional career with Celtic; he was transferred to Hibernian during 1976 in exchange for Hibs legend Pat Stanton. The transfer was "roundly condemned" by the Hibs fans at the time, but McNamara proved a great servant for Hibs, particularly when he moved into defence after the sale of John Blackley. McNamara played in over 200 league games for Hibs, and was awarded a testimonial match against Newcastle United in August 1984.

McNamara was assistant manager to Jim Duffy at Hibernian during the late 1990s.

The last inter-league match with a Scottish League XI side, McNamara captained the team against the Irish League XI in 1980.

Honours

Cumbernauld United Central Junior League: 1970–71

Greenock Morton Scottish First Division: 1986–87

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Important facts

Born
19 September 1952, Glasgow
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jackie McNamara, Sr.?

Scottish footballer (born 1952)

When was Jackie McNamara, Sr. born?

Jackie McNamara, Sr. was born on 19 September 1952 in Glasgow.

What is Jackie McNamara, Sr.'s occupation?

Jackie McNamara, Sr. is an association football player.

What nationality is Jackie McNamara, Sr.?

Jackie McNamara, Sr. is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jackie McNamara, Sr.

· Wikidata: Q6116529

· DBpedia: Jackie McNamara Sr.

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