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 Matthew Malcolm Henderson Duncanson was born on Monday, 28th March, 1881, in Kinning Park, Glasgow. The forward signed for Thistle on Wednesday, 11th June, 1902, having most recently been with Duntocher Hibernian. Aged 21, he made his debut appearance on Saturday, 16th August, 1902, in a 2-1 win at home to Kilmarnock in the SFL First Division. Matt scored his only goal for Thistle on Saturday, 13th September, 1902, in a 3-0 win at home to Normal Athletic in the Glasgow Cup. He played his last game for the club on Saturday, 4th October, 1902, in a 3-3 draw away to Morton in the SFL First Division, having appeared as a Jag on 7 occasions. His club-list included Duntocher Hibernian, Morton, Partick Thistle and Abercorn. Matt died on Wednesday, 5th February, 1941 in Old Kilpatrick, West Dunbartonshire, aged 59.
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Scottish referees have a rich history in international football, with the very best ranking amongst the world's greatest officials. Drew Herbertson's new book tells their long overdue story, providing biographies of all the Scots who have handled international matches. From the early pioneers when international football first started in 1872 through to the current FIFA list, “Scotland's International Football Referees” commemorates their careers and is a tribute to their achievements.
• World Cup appointments
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• European Championship appointments
• International club and other country competitions
