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Pat Delaney

b. 1940

Scottish footballer

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About Pat Delaney

Born 1940. Pat Delaney is an association football player.

Patrick James Delaney (born 1940) is a Scottish former footballer who played for several clubs, primarily Motherwell and Airdrieonians, as a central defender – though he began his career as a centre forward and could also play at full-back. He was Motherwell's 'player of the year' in the 1964–65 season.

His father Jimmy Delaney and his nephew John Kennedy were also footballers, both of whom played for Celtic and Scotland.

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Important facts

Born
1940, Cleland
Birth century
Also known as
Patrick James Delaney

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Pat Delaney?

Scottish footballer

When was Pat Delaney born?

Pat Delaney was born in 1940 in Cleland.

What is Pat Delaney's occupation?

Pat Delaney is an association football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pat Delaney

· Wikidata: Q95584157

· DBpedia: Pat Delaney (footballer)

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