Peter Watson (footballer, born 1944)

Peter Watson (born 3 March 1944) is a Northern Irish former football player and manager.

Playing career
Born in Coventry, England, Watson played as a striker for Bessbrook Wanderers, Newry Town, Aston Villa, Glenavon, Glentoran, Distillery, Dundalk, Portadown and Dungannon Swifts. He also earned one cap for the Northern Ireland national team, when he replaced Sammy Todd in the 88th minute of a 5–0 victory over Cyprus.

Coaching career
Watson served as player-manager of Dundalk (in a caretaker role) and Dungannon Swifts, and as manager at Newry City, Banbridge Town, Rathfriland Rangers and Lurgan Celtic.