About Ken McPherson
Lived 1927 – 2018 (aged 90). Ken McPherson was a British association football player.
Ken McPherson (25 March 1927 – 5 February 2018) was an English professional footballer. A centre-forward, he began his career with Notts county in 1950 before moving on to Middlesbrough in 1957 and Coventry City in 1955.
In 1958 McPherson joined Newport County and went on to make 128 league appearances for the club, scoring 51 goals. He moved then moved to Swindon Town where he made 107 appearances between 1961 and 1965.
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Who was Ken McPherson?
English footballer (1927-2018)
When was Ken McPherson born?
Ken McPherson was born on 25 March 1927 in Hartlepool.
When did Ken McPherson die?
Ken McPherson died on 5 February 2018.
What was Ken McPherson's occupation?
Ken McPherson was an association football player.
What nationality was Ken McPherson?
Ken McPherson was British.
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