Michael Collins
English footballer
About Michael Collins
Lived 1938 – 2024 (aged 86). Michael Collins was an association football player and association football coach.
Michael Joseph Anthony Collins (1 February 1938 — 26 March 2024) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre half.
Career Born in Bermondsey, Collins moved to Wellingborough as a child, starting his career with Wellingborough Town in the United Counties League.
In March 1955, Collins signed professional forms with Luton Town.
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Who was Michael Collins?
English footballer
When was Michael Collins born?
Michael Collins was born on 1 February 1938.
When did Michael Collins die?
Michael Collins died on 26 March 2024.
What was Michael Collins's occupation?
Michael Collins was an association football player and association football coach.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Michael Collins (footballer, born 1938)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Michael Collins. https://biography.guide/michael-collins-association-football-player-1938/
MLA: "Michael Collins." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/michael-collins-association-football-player-1938/.
Chicago: "Michael Collins." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/michael-collins-association-football-player-1938/.
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