David Narey

Who is David Narey?

David Narey, MBE is a former Scottish international footballer, who spent 21 years with Dundee United, coinciding with United's most successful era, under the management of Jim McLean. Many considered Narey to be the most naturally talented member of the side during these years. Although best remembered as a central defender, he was equally comfortable in a midfield position. Narey is probably best remembered for opening the scoring for Scotland against Brazil in the 1982 FIFA World Cup.

Narey won three trophies in his career with Dundee United, the Scottish League Cup in 1979 and again in 1980 and the Scottish Football League Premier Division title in 1983. He also captained United when they played in the 1987 UEFA Cup Final against IFK Gothenburg, which they lost 1-0 in the first leg in Sweden and drew the return leg at Tannadice 1-1, for a 2-1 defeat on aggregate. United's fans did however win the first FIFA Fair Play award for their behaviour in the second leg of that UEFA Cup Final.

Upon leaving United, Narey joined Raith Rovers, who were playing in the Scottish Football League First Division.