Gregory James Philip Farrell (born 19 March 1944) is a Scottish former professional

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. Beginning his career at

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, Farrell found his chances limited and

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in March 1964. Playing as a winger, he often showed flashes of brilliance, including scoring one and supplying four other goals during a 5–3 win over

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in May 1966. He eventually left the club in 1967 to sign for Bury. Farrell later went on to play in South Africa before retiring.

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1944 births Living people Footballers from Motherwell Scottish men's footballers Men's association football wingers Birmingham City F.C. players Cardiff City F.C. players Bury F.C. players English Football League players 20th-century Scottish sportsmen {{Scotland-footy-midfielder-1940s-stub