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Patrick Gallacher

1909 – 1992

Scottish footballer

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About Patrick Gallacher

Lived 1909 – 1992 (aged 82). Patrick Gallacher was a British association football player.

Club career Gallacher was born in Bridge of Weir and started his footballing career Linwood St Conval and Bridge of Weir before moving to Sunderland. He made his debut on 21 September 1929 against Arsenal in a 1–0 loss at Roker Park. In his career at Sunderland, Gallacher made 309 appearances and scored 108 goals in all competitions. He helped the Black Cats to win the First Division in 1935–36, scoring 20 goals in that title winning season. He then moved on to Stoke City in December 1938. and also played in Ireland for Coleraine and Cork United before signing for Cheltenham Town in September 1948, playing eight games before leaving.

International career Gallacher won his first cap for Scotland on 20 October 1934 against Ireland in a 2–1 defeat at Windsor Park in which he scored Scotland's only goal. This turned out to be his only ever cap for his country.

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Honours Sunderland Football League First Division: 1935–36 FA Cup: 1936–37 FA Charity Shield: 1936

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Patrick Gallacher?

Scottish footballer (1909-1992)

When was Patrick Gallacher born?

Patrick Gallacher was born on 21 August 1909 in Bridge of Weir.

When did Patrick Gallacher die?

Patrick Gallacher died on 4 January 1992.

What was Patrick Gallacher's occupation?

Patrick Gallacher was an association football player.

What nationality was Patrick Gallacher?

Patrick Gallacher was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Patrick Gallacher

· Wikidata: Q7146549

· DBpedia: Patrick Gallacher

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