Barrie Mitchell
Barrie Mitchell | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Scotland |
| Died | January 24, 2021 (aged 73) |
| Occupation(s) | Professional footballer, publican |
| Years active | 1960s–1978 |
| Known for | Forward for Dunfermline Athletic, Aberdeen, Tranmere Rovers, Vancouver Whitecaps, Preston North End, York City, Greenock Morton, Wigan Athletic |
Barrie Horace Mitchell (15 March 1947 – 24 January 2021) was a professional Scottish footballer known for his role as a forward. Throughout his career, he represented several clubs, including Dunfermline Athletic, Aberdeen, Tranmere Rovers, Vancouver Whitecaps, Preston North End, York City, Greenock Morton, and Wigan Athletic.
Mitchell contributed to Dunfermline Athletic's success when they secured the Scottish Cup in 1968.
In March 1978, he joined Wigan Athletic and participated in 10 league matches within the Northern Premier League.
After retiring from professional football, Mitchell pursued a career in the hospitality sector, working as a publican.