Tully Craig
Scottish footballer and manager
About Tully Craig
Lived 1895 – 1963 (aged 67). Tully Craig was a British association football player and association football coach.
Thomas "Tully" Craig (18th July 1895 – 30 January 1963) was a Scottish footballer who is best known for his time with Rangers, and also played for Celtic earlier in his career. He was a versatile player who could play up front, in midfield or defence.
Playing career Born in Laurieston on 18th July 1895 and with links to the small town of Tullibody from which his nickname derived,
Maley was only too pleased to offload the player to Alloa Athletic in an exchange deal which saw Craig and two other Celts swapped for Willie Crilley. While Crilley would disappoint in the Hoops, Craig was a huge success at Alloa, so much so that after only one season Rangers bought him for a fee of seven hundred and fifty pounds. two Glasgow Cups and four Charity Cups. He retired from playing in 1935.
Craig won eight Scotland caps between 1927 and 1930. He also represented the Scottish Football League XI.
Managerial career After his retirement he went on to manage both Falkirk from 1935 to 1950 and Linfield for a season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tully Craig?
Scottish footballer and manager (1895-1963)
When was Tully Craig born?
Tully Craig was born on 18 July 1895 in Laurieston.
When did Tully Craig die?
Tully Craig died on 21 June 1963 in Glasgow.
What was Tully Craig's occupation?
Tully Craig was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Tully Craig?
Tully Craig was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tully Craig. https://biography.guide/tully-craig/
MLA: "Tully Craig." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tully-craig/.
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