John McPherson
Scottish footballer who played for Clydesdale
About John McPherson
Lived 1850 – 1904 (aged 53–54). John McPherson was a British association football player and association football coach.
John McPherson was a Scottish footballer who played as a forward.
Career McPherson played club football for Clydesdale. He scored the first hat-trick in the Scottish Cup during Clydesdale's 6–0 victory over Granville on 25 October 1873.
McPherson also made one appearance for Scotland in 1875.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John McPherson?
Scottish footballer who played for Clydesdale
When was John McPherson born?
John McPherson was born in 1850 in Dingwall.
When did John McPherson die?
John McPherson died in 1904.
What was John McPherson's occupation?
John McPherson was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John McPherson?
John McPherson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John McPherson (Clydesdale footballer)
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