John Doyle (11 May 1951 – 19 October 1981) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a winger for Ayr United, Celtic and the Scotland national team.
[2] He started his career with Ayr United, whom he joined from juvenile side Viewpark in 1968,[2] making his senior debut in 1970.
[4] Another memorable fixture involving Doyle in May 1979 also featured a red card: he was dismissed in the second half of a title-deciding Old Firm match against Rangers with his team already a goal down, but they secured a 4–2 victory and the Premier Division title, the feat becoming known among supporters by the slogan '10 men won the league'.
[8] While playing for Ayr United, he made his only appearance for the Scotland national team on 17 December 1975 in a 1–1 draw with Romania during 1976 UEFA European Championship qualification.
[10] Celtic dedicated their 1981–82 Scottish Premier Division championship to his memory,[11] and he was commemorated in song by Irish/Celtic band Charlie and the Bhoys.