About Alan Harrington
Lived 1933 – 2019 (aged 86). Alan Harrington was a British association football player.
Alan Charles Harrington (17 November 1933 – 23 December 2019) was a Welsh professional footballer and Wales international. Harrington played his entire professional career at Cardiff City where he is regarded as one of the club's all-time greats.
Career
Born in Penarth, Harrington joined Cardiff City from local side Cardiff Nomads in 1951. He made his debut midway through the following season in a 0–0 draw with Tottenham Hotspur. He went on to hold a position in the first-team squad for the next twelve years, although he missed the entire 1963–64 season due to a broken leg.
He was forced to retire from playing after suffering a second broken leg during a 1–1 against Leyton Orient in January 1966. In later years, Harrington managed Barry Town, steering them to the Welsh Football League championship in 1982–83.
In November 2007 he was awarded an FAW merit award.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alan Harrington?
Welsh footballer (1933-2019)
When was Alan Harrington born?
Alan Harrington was born on 17 November 1933 in Penarth.
When did Alan Harrington die?
Alan Harrington died on 23 December 2019.
What was Alan Harrington's occupation?
Alan Harrington was an association football player.
What nationality was Alan Harrington?
Alan Harrington was British.
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