George Anderson (footballer, born 1953)

George Anderson
Personal information
Date of birth (1953-12-25) 25 December 1953
Place of birth Port Glasgow, Scotland
Playing position Central defender
Youth career
Port Glasgow
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1969–1981 Morton 261 (19)
1981–1985 Airdrieonians 104 (2)
1985–1987 Morton 19 (1)
Total 384 (22)
National team
1973 Scotland U23 1 (0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

George Anderson (born 25 December 1953) is a Scottish former professional footballer.

Anderson played as a defender for Morton between 1969 - 1981 and 1985 - 1987. He is 8th of the club's all-time list of appearances with 280 and was selected by then Scotland manager Tommy Docherty for a South American tour with the senior Scottish squad prior to the 1974 World Cup.

References

    • Graham, Roger (2012). Following the Ton. Bright Pen. ISBN 9780755215133.
    • http://www.pieandbovril.com/forum/index.php/topic/82375-players-from-inverclyde/
    • George Anderson at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Database
    • Fitba Stats Scotland under-23 profile


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