About Alan Barnett
Lived 1934 – 1978 (aged 43–44). Alan Barnett was a British association football player.
Alan George Samuel Barnett (4 November 1934 – October 1978) was an English professional football goalkeeper.
Alan Barnett began his career with local side Croydon Amateurs, from whom he joined Portsmouth in September 1955. He made 25 league appearances before moving to Grimsby Town in December 1958.
He played more regularly at Grimsby, making 116 league appearances before a move to Exeter City in July 1963. In his three seasons at Exeter he played 57 league games. His final move to a league club came in June 1966, but unable to dislodge first Gary McGuire and then John Dunn, left Plainmoor without making a first team appearance.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alan Barnett?
English footballer (1934-1978)
When was Alan Barnett born?
Alan Barnett was born on 4 November 1934 in Croydon.
When did Alan Barnett die?
Alan Barnett died in 1978 in Portsmouth.
What was Alan Barnett's occupation?
Alan Barnett was an association football player.
What nationality was Alan Barnett?
Alan Barnett was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alan Barnett (footballer)
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