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Fullname: James McGowan
aka: Jimmy McGowan
Born: 12 January 1924
Birthplace: Cambuslang

Died:28 March 1984
Signed: ?
Position: Inside-Left
Debut: Celtic 2-2 Hamilton, Regional League, 22 Aug 1942
Internationals: ? [which international team played for]
International Caps: ?
International Goals: ?

Biog

Inside-left Jimmy McGowan spent just over two seasons at Celtic after signing from Armadale Thistle in August 1942.

McGowan’s debut came in a 2-2 Regional League draw with Hamilton on August 22 1942 at Parkhead.

The Cambuslang-born player made a total of 23 appearances and scored 5 goals before being released in November 1944.

He later went on to play for Grimsby and Southampton.

Playing Career

Honours with Celtic

• Celtic & World War Two

Pictures

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