George Gillespie (footballer)

George Gillespie (22 June 1859 – 3 February 1900) was a Scottish footballer who played for Rangers (1876–1883),[1] Queen's Park (1884–1892)[2] and Scotland in the late 19th century.

[3][4] He played as a goalkeeper, but initially was a defender, featuring in the 1877 Scottish Cup Final for Rangers in that role but taking up the specialist position by the time the club appeared in the showpiece fixture again two years later.

[5] Gillespie made his debut for Scotland on 27 March 1880 against Wales, a 5–1 victory at Hampden Park.

[6] He earned his seventh and last cap on 28 March 1891 against Ireland, serving as captain in a 2–1 victory at the first Celtic Park.

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