Dundee’s legendary goalkeeper Pat Liney has died at the age of 86. Aside Dundee, he also played for clubs in both Scotland and England including; Dalry Thistle, St Mirren, Bradford Park Avenue and Bradford City.
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Details have not been given about how he died. However, considering his age, he most likely died of natural causes.
Liney, who later became Dundee FC club president, signed in 1957 before joining boyhood club St Mirren in 1964.
Following his retirement, he continued to follow Dundee as a supporter and often travelled to matches as part of the official party.
In a statement, Dundee said:
“Everyone at Dundee Football Club was devastated to learn of the passing of Honorary Club President and 1962 Scottish League championship winning goalkeeper Pat Liney at the age of 86.
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“Pat is not only a Dundee FC goalkeeping great but also a bona fide Dark Blue legend, a Scottish League title winner, Club President, a DFC Hall of Fame inductee, a great singer and an absolute gentleman.
Liney’s former club St. Mirren also expressed their condolences, writing via Twitter;
St Mirren Football Club is saddened to hear of the passing of its ex-goalkeeper Pat Liney who passed away at the age of 86.
Rest in Peace, Buddie.
St Mirren Football Club is saddened to hear of the passing of its ex-goalkeeper Pat Liney who passed away at the age of 86.
Rest in Peace, Buddie.
— St Mirren FC (@saintmirrenfc) August 11, 2022
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