Michael Collins (footballer, born 1938)

Michael Joseph Anthony Collins (1 February 1938 — 26 March 2024) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre half.

Career
Born in Bermondsey, Collins moved to Wellingborough as a child, starting his career with Wellingborough Town in the United Counties League.

In March 1955, Collins signed professional forms with Luton Town. Over the course of seven years at Luton, Collins made ten appearances in all competitions, eight in the Football League, before joining Chelmsford City in 1962.

After a single season at Chelmsford, Collins moved on to Bedford Town in June 1963. During his time at Bedford, Collins made 225 appearances in all competitions, scoring once and captained the side between 1964 and 1966. In 1967, after refusing new terms at Bedford, Collins signed for Cambridge City. Collins spent one season at Cambridge City, before signing for Dunstable Town. Following his retirement, Collins became manager of Dunstable.