About James McKie
Lived 1871 – 1949 (aged 78). James McKie was a British association football player.
Football career McKee started his football career with Heart of Midlothian before moving to England to spend one season at Darwen in 1896. He then returned to Scotland to join East Stirlingshire, and later went back to England to play for Bolton Wanderers, Luton Town and New Brompton.
His only Scotland cap came in Scotland's 5–2 win over Wales on 19 March 1898 when he scored two goals, with the others from fellow debutant, James Gillespie. Though largely raised in Shotts, McKee was born in County Down in Ireland which should have disqualified him (and England-born teammate William Watson) from being selected under the rules of the time.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James McKie?
Scottish footballer
When was James McKie born?
James McKie was born on 18 March 1871 in Arbroath.
When did James McKie die?
James McKie died on 12 May 1949 in Harthill.
What was James McKie's occupation?
James McKie was an association football player.
What nationality was James McKie?
James McKie was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James McKee (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James McKie. https://biography.guide/james-mckie/
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