Brian McLaughlin joined Celtic from school’s football, becoming a full time professional in 1971. After 14 successive appearances for the bhoys, he was badly injured against Clyde when he was subject to a robust challenge from future ‘Well defender Willie McVie. He was lost to the game for two years. The cruciate ligament injury he picked up was a massive blow. He fought back but seemed to be a different player. He was released and joined Ayr United in November 1977. Brian played two years with Ayr and he was a great addition to their squad. He picked up the players’ First Division player of the year award in 1979.

Motherwell splashed out £100,000 for his services. His midfield skills made him an instant hit with the Fir Park faithful. All of a sudden, the Steelmen became a free scoring machine, with Brian being the star man, Motherwell were promoted to the Premier League in 1982 and Brian was voted players’ First Division player of the year for a second time. When Jock Wallace was became manager, Brian was immediately transferred to Hamilton Accies for only £25,000 in 1983. This was a huge mistake and Hamilton immediately became an attractive side.

Name:	Brian McLaughlin
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Date of Birth:	7th October 1954
Place of Birth:	Grangemouth
Position:	Winger
Nationality:	Scottish

Football Career:

Celtic	1971	1978
Ayr United	1978	1979
Motherwell	1979	1983
Hamilton Accies	1983	1984
Falkirk	1984	1985
West Adelaide	1985	1986
Ayr United	1986	1987

Well Career:

	Apps	Goals
League:	108 (6)	37
Scottish Cup:	6	1
League Cup:	9	4
Other:	0	0
Total:	123 (6)	42