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Jimmy McKinnell

1893 – 1972

Scottish footballer and manager

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About Jimmy McKinnell

Lived 1893 – 1972 (aged 78–79). Jimmy McKinnell was a British association football player and association football coach.

James Templeton Broadfoot McKinnell (27 March 1893 – October 1972) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a left half, mainly for Dumfries club Queen of the South, Blackburn Rovers and Darlington.

McKinnell moved from Queens to Rovers at the start of the 1920-21 season. McKinnell was one of three players from the Dumfries club, alongside Willie McCall and Tom Wylie to move to the English Football League around that time. These three transfers combined with Ian Dickson's move to Aston Villa helped fund the Doonhamers purchase of Palmerston Park.

McKinnell played in 111 league matches and 13 FA Cup games in six seasons for the Ewood Park club. McKinnell then signed for Darlington, where he played in 101 league matches and scored one goal in three seasons. McKinnell then signed for Nelson at the start of the 1929-30 season, where he played 10 league matches before retiring at the end of that season.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1972, Brixworth
Also known as
James Templeton Broadfoot McKinnell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jimmy McKinnell?

Scottish footballer and manager (1893-1972)

When was Jimmy McKinnell born?

Jimmy McKinnell was born on 27 March 1893 in Dalbeattie.

When did Jimmy McKinnell die?

Jimmy McKinnell died in 1972 in Brixworth.

What was Jimmy McKinnell's occupation?

Jimmy McKinnell was an association football player and association football coach.

What nationality was Jimmy McKinnell?

Jimmy McKinnell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jimmy McKinnell

· Wikidata: Q6200794

· DBpedia: Jimmy McKinnell (footballer)

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