Colin McDonald
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Colin McDonald 🇬🇧

"McDonald"
["English Footballer (Burnley", "Headington United", "National Team)."]
Born c. 1931 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Passed Away Jan 01, 2026 London, United Kingdom
Lifespan 95 years old
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Archival Overview

Colin Agnew McDonald was an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Burnley from 1948 to 1950 and from 1951 to 1961. Celebrated internationally for distinguished contributions to sports.

Biographical Record

Colin McDonald (1931–2026) was an eminent United Kingdom figure whose career in sports left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, Colin exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.

Colin Agnew McDonald was an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Burnley from 1948 to 1950 and from 1951 to 1961. He made 201 appearances in total with the club, until a leg injury in 1959 forced his retirement as a professional player. He is regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in Burnley's history, and finished in 11th place in the 1958 Ballon d'Or rankings....

The passing of Colin McDonald on 2026-01-01 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across United Kingdom and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.

Key Life Milestones

1966

Breakthrough and Professional Recognition

Achieved national recognition for foundational work and leadership in sports.

1996

Lifetime Achievement and Global Impact

Honored with prestigious awards recognizing a lifetime of transformative impact and dedication.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial
Highgate & Golders Green Memorial Grounds
London, United Kingdom
GPS: 51.5074, -0.1278
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