John "Jackie" Copland (born 21 March 1947 in Paisley) is a Scottish former footballer who played as a centre back. Copland spent most of his career with St Mirren (in two spells), Stranraer and Dundee United, retiring from football in 1983 after his second spell with the Buddies.
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Full name | John Copland | ||
Date of birth | (1947-03-21) 21 March 1947 (age 75) | ||
Place of birth | Paisley, Scotland | ||
Position(s) | Centre back | ||
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Kirklandneuk Juveniles | |||
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Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1967–1968 | St Mirren | 2 | (0) |
1968–1969 | Beith Juniors | ||
1969–1970 | Stranraer | 34 | (19) |
1970–1976 | Dundee United | 144 | (18) |
1976–1983 | St Mirren | 201 | (6) |
National team | |||
1974 | Scottish League XI[1] | 1 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
Since retiring, Copland continued his association with St Mirren, working in various administrative roles.
He was inducted into the St Mirren Hall of Fame in 2016.
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