Matthew Gillespie (24 December 1869 – 1947) was a Scottish footballer whose regular position was as a forward. Born in Bridgeton, Glasgow, he played for Thistle, Blackburn Rovers, Accrington, Leith Athletic, Lincoln City and Newton Heath. His younger brother Billy was also a footballer – they were teammates at Lincoln and played on opposite sides in the Manchester derby. References 1869 births 1947 deaths Scottish footballers People from Bridgeton, Glasgow Leith Athletic F.C. players Lincoln City F.C. players Manchester United F.C. players Accrington F.C. players Blackburn Rovers F.C. players Date of death missing Association football forwards Footballers from Glasgow English Football League players Scottish Football League players