Joseph Coyle (born 24 June 1957 in Glasgow) is a Scottish former professional

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midfielder. His brothers

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also played professionally. Coyle began his career with non-league Shettleston before signing for Dumbarton in 1977. He remained at Dumbarton until 1982 before moving to

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in 1982. However, he soon returned to Boghead Park and was with the Sons for their only season in the Scottish Premier Division. He subsequently played in the

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for Greenock Morton,

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before ending his career with non-league Vale of Leven. In the early 21st century, Coyle was involved in the management of amateur clubs in the Greater Glasgow area, including Orchard Parkmount and Muirend.

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1957 births Living people Scottish men's footballers Scottish people of Irish descent Glasgow United F.C. players Dumbarton F.C. players Scottish Junior Football Association players Scottish Football League players Airdrieonians F.C. (1878) players Greenock Morton F.C. players Arbroath F.C. players Stranraer F.C. players Vale of Leven F.C. players Footballers from Glasgow Men's association football midfielders {{Scotland-footy-midfielder-1950s-stub