Willie Gallagher
Scottish footballer
About Willie Gallagher
Lived 1919 – 1982 (aged 63). Willie Gallagher was a British association football player and association football coach.
William Gallacher (29 June 1919 – 16 October 1982) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as an inside forward.
Career Born in Renfrew, Gallacher's career as a footballer was fairly short due to the interruption of World War II, in which he served in the Royal Engineers. He played for St Anthony's (Junior grade), Celtic, Falkirk, Ayr United, St Johnstone and Inverness Thistle.
His brother was fellow footballer Tommy Gallacher. They were the sons of Patsy Gallacher, one of Celtic's legendary players who also spent time at Falkirk. A nephew, Kevin, played for Scotland at the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
The Gallachers are also related to another footballing branch of the family, John Divers and his son of the same name who both played for Celtic.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Gallagher?
Scottish footballer (1919-1982)
When was Willie Gallagher born?
Willie Gallagher was born on 29 June 1919 in Renfrew.
When did Willie Gallagher die?
Willie Gallagher died on 16 October 1982.
What was Willie Gallagher's occupation?
Willie Gallagher was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Willie Gallagher?
Willie Gallagher was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Willie Gallacher (footballer)
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