Edward Lawson Birnie (25 August 1878 – 21 December 1935) was an English professional football player and manager.
He played for Sunderland Seaburn, Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur[1] In his managerial career, he took on the reins at Southend United, staying in charge of the seaside club until his retirement in 1934.
[3] In August 1906 he joined Chelsea, making his debut on 8 September 1906 in a 0–0 draw away at Blackpool.
[4] Birnie participated in 108 games in all competitions and scored on three occasions for the Stamford Bridge club.
[5] After Chelsea decided against renewing his contract, Tottenham Hotspur signed him in 1910, playing in four matches and scoring a single goal at White Hart Lane.