About Peter McKay
Lived 1925 – 2000 (aged 74). Peter McKay was a British association football player.
Peter McKay (23 February 1925 – 23 November 2000) was a Scottish footballer. He holds the record of being Dundee United's all-time top goalscorer, with 158 league goals and 202 overall. McKay also played for Burnley and St Mirren. He retired to Northamptonshire, where he died in 2000.
McKay was inducted into Dundee United's Hall of fame in 2009, with members of his family present.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Peter McKay?
Scottish footballer (1925-2000)
When was Peter McKay born?
Peter McKay was born on 23 February 1925 in Newburgh.
When did Peter McKay die?
Peter McKay died on 4 January 2000 in Corby.
What was Peter McKay's occupation?
Peter McKay was an association football player.
What nationality was Peter McKay?
Peter McKay was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter McKay (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter McKay. https://biography.guide/peter-mckay-association-football-player/
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