Trivia

Veteran footballer who has had a successful playing career.

Born in Scotland but won honours with Ireland at football.

Won 1st Division Player Of The Year whilst playing for Airdrie, season 2001-2002.

Although born in Scotland, he played for the Republic of Ireland because of the country's (and FIFA's) loose nationality rules when it comes to picking players. These rules usually mean that a player can play for the country if, for example, his grandfather or some other relation is from the country in question.

Started his career at Dumbarton - one of the clubs Kilnockie play in the Scottish Cup. He has also played for: Clydebank, Airdrie (twice), Bolton, Dundee Utd (twice), Motherwell, Dunfermline, Ross County and Falkirk in a career which started in 1985.

Has been a prolific goalscorer wherever he has played, although mostly in the lower leagues in Scotland. Nevertheless, he also played briefly in England with Bolton and in Scotland's top division. He has 200+ goals to his credit in 500+ appearances.

Was appointed Manager of Burnley Football Club. (noviembre de 2007)

Returned to Bolton Wanderers as manager (enero de 2010)

Assistant manager of Dundee Utd - Scottish Premier League. (octubre de 2003)

Signed for Airdrie United as player/coach (junio de 2004)

Was appointed Player/Manager of St. Johnstone F.C. (abril de 2005)

May 13, 2002...Signed for Falkirk Football Club in Scotland. (mayo de 2002)

Now playing/coaching at Dundee United FC (julio de 2003)