Marcel Gaillard
Belgian footballer
About Marcel Gaillard
Lived 1927 – 1976 (aged 48–49). Marcel Gaillard was a Belgian association football player and association football coach.
Marcel Elie Jean Gaillard (15 January 1927 – 1976) was a Belgian professional footballer who played in England for Tonbridge, Crystal Palace, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Yeovil Town and Dorchester Town, making a total of 80 appearances in the Football League. Gaillard was the first non-British footballer to play for Crystal Palace; he was also the first non-British player to score for them. He also played in Belgium for Olympic Charleroi. In 1960 he went to Dorchester Town as player-manager but had to retire from playing soon after due to injury, continuing to manage the side until 1964.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Marcel Gaillard?
Belgian footballer (1927-1976)
When was Marcel Gaillard born?
Marcel Gaillard was born on 15 January 1927 in Charleroi.
When did Marcel Gaillard die?
Marcel Gaillard died in 1976.
What was Marcel Gaillard's occupation?
Marcel Gaillard was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Marcel Gaillard?
Marcel Gaillard was Belgian.
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· DBpedia: Marcel Gaillard (Belgian footballer)
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