Alan Foggon

Alan Foggon (born 23 February 1950) is an English former professional footballer. His regular position was as a forward.

Early life Foggon was born in West Pelton, County Durham before moving to nearby Craghead where his father had taken up a job as a miner.

Club career While playing for his school, Foggon was spotted by Newcastle United who invited him to train twice a week with the club's youth side before signing as an apprentice in 1967 under manager Joe Harvey. Having graduated from the junior and reserve sides at the club, he made his first-team debut just days before his 18th birthday, in a 0–0 draw at Arsenal. A schoolboy sprint champion,

He moved on to Cardiff City in August 1971 after falling out of favour following the signing of Malcolm Macdonald.

Later moves took him to Southend United, Hartlepool United (loan), Consett. and Whitley Bay.

He finished his career as one of only a few players who have played for all three of the North East's big three clubs.

Life after football Remaining on South Tyneside, Foggon worked in the security business and the pub trade, in Spennymoor and South Shields.