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Fullname: Daniel McColgan
aka: Dan McColgan
Born: 28 Feb 1903 (birthdate corrected by relative of Dan McColgan)
Died: 16 May 1974
Birthplace: Baillieston, Scotland
Signed: 9 June 1925 (from Baillieston Juniors)
Left: 27 Nov 1928 (to Third Lanark)
Position: Centre-half
Debut: Celtic 0-0 Dundee, League, 31 Oct 1925
Internationals: n/a

Biog

Baillieston-born centre-half Dan McColgan was signed by Celtic from his local junior side in June 1925.

His debut was a 0-0 league draw with Dundee on October 31st at Parkhead. A hard working defender he only made one further competitive appearance for the Hoops and after a number of loan spells he moved on permanently to Third Lanark in November 1928.

He also had a short spell with Belfast Celtic.

He died on the 16th May 1974 and is buried in St.Joseph's Cemetery in Airdrie.

Playing Career

Honours with Celtic

none

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