the first division by the beginning of the 1960s, culminating in relegation to the second division in the 1962–63 season. With relegation came the end of McDowall's tenure at Manchester City. He went on to manage Oldham Athletic from June 1963 to March 1965 before quitting management. He died 18 August 1991 at the age of 78. McDowall was an active freemason. Honours As a manager Manchester City F.C. FA Cup winner 1956 References 1912 births 1991 deaths Scottish footballers Sunderland A.F.C. players Manchester City F.C. players Wrexham A.F.C. players English Football League players Scottish football managers Wrexham A.F.C. managers Manchester City F.C. managers Oldham Athletic A.F.C. managers Scottish expatriate sportspeople in India Scottish Freemasons Freemasons of the United Grand Lodge of England Association football wing halves