About John Donnelly
Lived 1937 – 2009 (aged 71–72). John Donnelly was a British association football player and association football coach.
John Donnelly (17 December 1936 – 31 July 2009) was a Scottish footballer who played for Celtic and Preston North End. Donnelly was part of the Celtic side that defeated Rangers 7–1 in the 1957 Scottish League Cup Final.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Donnelly?
Scottish footballer (1937-2009)
When was John Donnelly born?
John Donnelly was born in 1937 in Broxburn.
When did John Donnelly die?
John Donnelly died on 31 July 2009 in Broxburn.
What was John Donnelly's occupation?
John Donnelly was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John Donnelly?
John Donnelly was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Donnelly (footballer, born 1936)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Donnelly. https://biography.guide/john-donnelly-association-football-player-1937/
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