John McConnell
Scottish footballer born in 1890
About John McConnell
Lived 1890 – 1947 (aged 57). John McConnell was a British association football player and association football coach.
John McConnell (24 November 1885 – 27 December 1947) was a Scottish footballer who played as a half back for Liverpool in the English Football League. McConnell played for Scottish clubs Ashfield (1904–1907), Motherwell (1907–08) and Airdrie (1908–09) before he joined Liverpool. He made 53 appearances for the club and scored once, but was unable to become a regular in the starting line-up and he eventually moved back to Scotland to play for Aberdeen.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John McConnell?
Scottish footballer born in 1890
When was John McConnell born?
John McConnell was born on 9 December 1890 in Cambusnethan.
When did John McConnell die?
John McConnell died on 27 December 1947.
What was John McConnell's occupation?
John McConnell was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John McConnell?
John McConnell was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John McConnell (footballer, born 1885)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John McConnell. https://biography.guide/john-mcconnell-association-football-player-1890/
MLA: "John McConnell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-mcconnell-association-football-player-1890/.
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