Doncaster manager Grant McCann discloses previous skin cancer diagnosis

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Doncaster manager Grant McCann discloses previous skin cancer diagnosis
Summary

Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann has revealed that he was diagnosed with malignant melanoma in December of last year. The 46-year-old manager shared the news while discussing the personal pressures of his role in football management, noting the seriousness of the condition at the time of his diagnosis. McCann confirmed he has completed his treatment and is currently doing well. Amid these personal circumstances, he remains focused on his managerial duties at the League One club. Doncaster currently sits in the middle of a campaign that has included a Carabao Cup victory over Stockport and recent league fixtures. The club is set to travel for an upcoming match against AFC Wimbledon on Saturday.

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  • Grant McCann was diagnosed with malignant melanoma last December.
  • The manager states he is currently doing well after receiving treatment.
  • Doncaster Rovers secured a penalty shootout win against Stockport this season.
  • The team is scheduled to play AFC Wimbledon this Saturday.
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  • 4:08 PMYahoo SportsDoncaster boss McCann reveals skin cancer treatment
  • 4:08 PMBBC SportEx-NI player McCann reveals skin cancer treatment
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Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann reveals he was diagnosed with skin cancer last year but is "ok now".

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Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann reveals he was diagnosed with skin cancer last year but is "ok now".

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