Clive Allen

English footballer and manager

Clive Allen - English footballer and manager
Born

May 20th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An English international footballer and manager, this individual played as a forward during a career spanning several clubs in England. Notably played for Tottenham Hotspur, where significant contributions included achieving the Football League Second Division title in the 1977-78 season and earning a place in the PFA Team of the Year. Transitioned into management roles, overseeing teams at various levels in the English football league system.

Played for Tottenham Hotspur

Won the Football League Second Division title

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