Michael Paton was born on 25 March 1989 and is a Scottish professional football player and coach, who plays for Albion Rovers.
12 Facts About Michael Paton
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Michael Paton scored his second league goal for Aberdeen versus Hibernian at Easter Road on 10 February 2010, and his first at Pittodrie three days later versus Celtic with a left-foot strike from the edge of the penalty area.
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Michael Paton turned down possible loan moves to Greenock Morton and Dundee, insisting he wanted to fight for his first-team place at Aberdeen.
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Michael Paton was offered a free transfer by Aberdeen during the 2011 close season but opted to stay with the club.
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On 31 August 2012, Michael Paton was released by Aberdeen; his release left him demoralised after he was surplus to requirements at the Pittodrie club.
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Meanwhile, the Dons manager at that time, Craig Brown, said that Michael Paton's release was mainly due to his lack of scoring goals.
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On 28 February 2013, Michael Paton signed for Queen of the South until the end of that season.
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Michael Paton had been on trial with the Doonhamers, playing on three occasions as a trialist, it was the first club he had played for in six months.
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On 25 September 2013, Michael Paton scored again in the third round of Scottish League Cup versus Hearts.
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Michael Paton went on to sign an extension to his contract at the end of that season.
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Michael Paton spent a further two seasons with the club, although his time was marred by injury.
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On 15 July 2019, Michael Paton signed for the Doonhamers for a second spell after a pre-season trial period.