Bert Manderson

Who was Bert Manderson?

Bert Manderson was an Irish footballer, who played for Rangers and Ireland.

Manderson, a right-back, made his Rangers debut in a 1-1 draw with Aberdeen on 27 March 1915. He had joined Rangers from Glenavon for £150. He previously had spells at Cliftonville and Belfast Celtic. He went on to make 370 league appearances in 12 seasons with the club, winning seven Scottish league titles. Manderson left Rangers to join Bradford Park Avenue in 1927.

He was also capped at international level by Ireland.

Manderson was trainer of Queen's Park from at least 1929 until his death. He died on 27 April 1946, aged 52.