About Alex Menzies
Lived 1882 – 1964 (aged 81–82). Alex Menzies was a British association football player.
Alexander William Menzies (25 November 1882 – 1964) was a Scottish footballer who played as a forward for Heart of Midlothian and Manchester United in the 1900s.
Born in Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Menzies began his football career with local Blantyre Victoria in 1901. He signed for Hearts in December 1902, making two appearances for the club before being sent on loan to Motherwell then Arthurlie for a season apiece. On his return to Hearts he became a regular in the side, winning the Scottish Cup in 1906. before being sold to Luton Town. He then moved back to Scotland with Dundee, Hamilton Academical and Port Glasgow Athletic, before finishing his career at Dumbarton.
Menzies made one appearance for Scotland, a 2–1 win over England in April 1906.
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Who was Alex Menzies?
Scottish footballer
When was Alex Menzies born?
Alex Menzies was born on 25 November 1882 in Blantyre.
When did Alex Menzies die?
Alex Menzies died in 1964 in Blantyre.
What was Alex Menzies's occupation?
Alex Menzies was an association football player.
What nationality was Alex Menzies?
Alex Menzies was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alex Menzies (footballer, born 1882)
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