About William McColl
Lived 1865 – 1903 (aged 37–38). William McColl was a British association football player.
William McColl (19 February 1865 – 20 August 1903) was a Scottish professional footballer, who played as an inside forward for several English and Scottish clubs. He played one match for the Scotland national football team, in a 2–2 draw with Wales on 23 March 1895.
He was the grandfather of Ian McColl, who was also capped by Scotland and later managed the national team.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William McColl?
Scottish footballer (1865-1903)
When was William McColl born?
William McColl was born in 1865 in Drymen.
When did William McColl die?
William McColl died in 1903.
What was William McColl's occupation?
William McColl was an association football player.
What nationality was William McColl?
William McColl was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William McColl (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William McColl. https://biography.guide/william-mccoll/
MLA: "William McColl." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-mccoll/.
Chicago: "William McColl." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-mccoll/.
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