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Fullname: John McGrory
Born: 31 August 1928
Birthplace: Linwood, Renfrewshire
Died: 12 November 1991
Signed: 24 May 1946
Left: 18 September 1953 (to Albion Rovers)
Position: Centre Half, Centre Forward
Debut: Celtic 3-6 Clyde, League Cup, 9 Oct 1948
Internationals: none

Biog

Linwood-born John McGrory signed for Celtic in May 1946 from Maryhill Harp.

A centre half Johnny made his Bhoys debut in a 3-6 home defeat to Clyde in the League Cup on October 9th 1948. A strong and committed player he was let down at times by a lack of pace but he read the game well and latterly was used as much in attack by Celtic as in defence.

Seemed to have a great love from the Scottish Cup scoring an incredible 8 goals in 11 games in the competition! In one match v Stirling he scored four times.

McGrory always played with great enthusiasm and with a smile on his face. He departed Parkhead in September 1953 after 58 appearances and 11 goals.

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