Peter McParland
Peter McParland is a former professional footballer from Northern Ireland, best known for his time at Aston Villa, where he played as a forward during the 1950s. His notable achievements include scoring two goals in the 1957 FA Cup final, which helped Villa secure the trophy. As of March 2023, he remains a celebrated figure in football history, particularly for his contributions to Villa during a golden era for the club.
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Recent news mentions
Peter McParland, who has died aged 91, will best be remembered for the five goals he scored in the 1958 World Cup finals for Northern Ireland.
Last surviving member of the Northern Ireland 1958 World Cup Finals team – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-10
Peter McParland is mentioned in a debate about the greatest Irish player for Birmingham City.
A trip to England offered my American sons a lesson on Irish history – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-24
Aged 90, Villa’s Peter McParland is still sprightly and scored two in the 1957 final.
Man City aim to salvage silverware as rising middle class refreshes FA Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-29
