About John Higgins
Lived 1933 – 1994 (aged 60–61). John Higgins was a British association football player.
John Higgins (7 January 1933 – 1994) was a Scottish footballer who played for Celtic in the 1950s. He played for the Scottish Football League XI once.
After his playing career ended, Higgins worked as a coach at Celtic between 1961 and 1967. He became then the club's Chief Scout in 1967,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Higgins?
Scottish footballer, born 1933
When was John Higgins born?
John Higgins was born on 7 January 1933.
When did John Higgins die?
John Higgins died in 1994.
What was John Higgins's occupation?
John Higgins was an association football player.
What nationality was John Higgins?
John Higgins was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Higgins (footballer, born 1933)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Higgins. https://biography.guide/john-higgins-association-football-player/
MLA: "John Higgins." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-higgins-association-football-player/.
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