Andy Aitken (footballer, born 1934)
Andrew Fox Scott Aitken (21 August 1934 – 28 February 2005) was a Scottish footballer, who played for Cliftonville, Hibernian, West Bromwich Albion, Falkirk, Raith Rovers and Gala Fairydean.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Andrew Fox Scott Aitken | ||
| Date of birth | 21 August 1934 | ||
| Place of birth | Edinburgh, Scotland | ||
| Date of death | 28 February 2005 (aged 70) | ||
| Place of death | Edinburgh, Scotland | ||
| Position(s) | Winger | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1955–1959 | Hibernian | 35 | (11) |
| 1959–1961 | West Bromwich Albion | 22 | (2) |
| 1961–1962 | Falkirk | 9 | (4) |
| 1962–1963 | Raith Rovers | 13 | (2) |
| Total | 79 | (19) | |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Aitken began his senior football career by playing for Cliftonville while undergoing his national service in Northern Ireland.[1] After completing his national service, he signed for Hibernian in 1955.[1] He made his debut for Hibs in a match against Falkirk, playing in a pair of boots borrowed from Gordon Smith.[1] Aitken became a key player in the Hibs team over the next few years, including their run to the 1958 Scottish Cup Final. Aitken's injury early in that match badly affected Hibs' chances,[1] as substitutes were not yet allowed.
Aitken moved to West Bromwich Albion in September 1959,[2] but was hindered by injury during his time with the Midlands club.[1] He returned to Scotland with Falkirk, and helped them gain promotion to Scottish League Division One.[1] He then moved on to Raith Rovers, helping them reach a Scottish Cup semi-final.[1] Aitken also played for Gala Fairydean before retiring from the game.[1]
References
edit- Jeffrey, Jim (2005). The Men Who Made Hibernian F.C. since 1946. Tempus Publishing Ltd. ISBN 0-7524-3091-2.
External links
edit- Andy Aitken at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database