He made 205 appearances in the Football League for Tranmere Rovers, Plymouth Argyle, Charlton Athletic and Carlisle United.
McAuley began his career at Liverpool, but made his senior debut on loan at Tranmere Rovers.
[2] McAuley joined Carlisle United the following year and spent two seasons with the club, but did not play regularly.
[3][4] Robbie Fowler, Jamie Carragher, Michael Owen and Steven Gerrard were among those who came through the academy during McAuley's time at Liverpool.
[5] McAuley's son, Hugh, made 100 appearances in the Football League for Cheltenham Town.