Ian Cooper (born 21 September 1946) is an English retired footballer who played as a left back.
Born in Bradford, Cooper played professionally for Bradford City between 1965 and 1977, making nearly 450 league appearances for the club. At Easter 1972, Cooper played in matches on Saturday, Monday, and Tuesday - on the Sunday, he was best man at ahis brother's wedding. Cooper was the club's record appearance holder until Ces Podd surpassed him.
He went on to spend three seasons with Guiseley, and also played for Gainsborough Trinity.
Cooper later worked for Bradford City, in match day hospitality, and worked as a joiner.
His brother Howard was a cricketer for Yorkshire.