About Jim McKay
Lived 1918 – 1986 (aged 68). Jim McKay was a British association football player.
James McKay (11 June 1918 – 14 November 1986) was a Scottish footballer who played as a centre forward.
McKay joined Celtic from the army in September 1944 during World War II after serving in Burma with The Cameronians. He made a scoring debut on 7 October as Celtic lost 3–2 to Rangers in the Glasgow Cup at Hampden Park. He played a total of three Regional League games for Celtic – scoring two goals – before asking to be released in March 1945. McKay later joined Alloa Athletic, and also went on to play for Portadown, Cowdenbeath and, in the 1949–50 season, Tranmere Rovers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim McKay?
British footballer (1918-1986)
When was Jim McKay born?
Jim McKay was born on 11 June 1918 in Stirling.
When did Jim McKay die?
Jim McKay died on 14 November 1986 in Denny.
What was Jim McKay's occupation?
Jim McKay was an association football player.
What nationality was Jim McKay?
Jim McKay was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim McKay (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim McKay. https://biography.guide/jim-mckay/
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