willie lennie
11
Outside Left
Profile
| Squad Number: | 11 |
| Position: | Outside Left |
| Date of Birth: | Thursday, January 26, 1882 |
| Birthplace: | Glasgow |
| Nationality: | Scottish |
| Height: | 5' 5 |
| Weight: | 10st.9lbs |
| Signed: | Sunday, August 6, 1905 |
| AFC Heritage Number: | 43 |
The first great Aberdeen winger and also had the distinction of becoming the first Aberdeen player to play for Scotland when he was capped against Wales at Dens Park in 1908. Lennie scored the winner in a 2-1 win.
Developed a great understanding with Charlie O'Hagan in the Aberdeen side that came close to winning the title in 1911. One of the first players to receive a benefit match from Aberdeen.
After a brief spell with Falkirk, Willie retired from playing in 1913 because of injury problems. During the 1930's Willie had a spell as a football columnist for The Sunday Post. He had set up a newsagent's business at 85 Hilton Road, retiring through ill-health three years before he died aged 72 in 1954.
Scottish international caps
Total Appearances: 2
| Season | Date | Match | Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1907-08 | 14/03/08 | Northern Ireland v SCOTLAND | British Int'l Championship |
| 1907-08 | 07/03/08 | SCOTLAND v Wales | British Int'l Championship |
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