David Pegg

English footballer, Manchester United player

David Pegg - English footballer, Manchester United player
Born

September 20th, 1935
89 years ago

Died

1958
67 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

Links & References

Played as a winger for Manchester United from 1953 until 1958. Made a significant contribution to the team's successes during the 1950s, helping the club win the FA Youth Cup in 1953 and the first-team league title in 1956. Tragically died in a plane crash in 1958 while returning from a European match.

Played for Manchester United

Won the FA Youth Cup in 1953

Won the First Division title in 1956

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