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David Hagen
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Full name David James Hagen
Date of birth (1973-05-05)5 May 1973
Place of birth Edinburgh, Scotland
Date of death 24 July 2020(2020-07-24) (aged 47)
Playing position Midfielder
Youth career
1988–1989 Grahamston BC
1989–1992 Rangers
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1992–1994 Rangers 16 (3)
1994–1995 Heart of Midlothian 27 (4)
1995–2000 Falkirk 139 (11)
2000–2001 Livingston 20 (1)
2001–2004 Clyde 90 (7)
2004–2006 Peterhead 41 (3)
2006–2007 Bo'ness United
National team
1992–1993 Scotland U21 7 (0)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

David James Hagen (born May 5, 1973 – died July 24, 2020) was a Scottish professional footballer. He was known for playing as a Midfielder for several teams during his career.

David Hagen's Football Journey

Starting Out in Football

David Hagen began his professional football journey with Rangers. He played 20 competitive games for the team. After his time at Rangers, he moved to another well-known club, Hearts.

Success with Falkirk and Livingston

Later, David joined his hometown team, Falkirk. He played for Falkirk for five years. During this time, he made over 100 appearances for the club. This included playing in the 1997 Scottish Cup final. He also scored the only goal that helped Falkirk win the 1997 Scottish Challenge Cup Final against Queen of the South F.C..

After Falkirk, David moved to Livingston. There, he helped the team win the Scottish First Division title. This was a big achievement for both him and the club.

Later Career and Retirement

In 2001, David Hagen joined Clyde. He made headlines that season by scoring one of the fastest goals. He scored just 16 seconds into a game against Raith Rovers.

His last senior club was Peterhead, which he joined in 2004. After playing for Peterhead, David moved to a junior side called Bo'ness United in 2006. He played there for one year before he decided to retire from football.

His Legacy

David Hagen passed away on July 24, 2020, at the age of 47. He is remembered for his contributions to Scottish football.

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