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Alex Wright

1925 – 1999

Scottish footballer

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Lived 1925 – 1999 (aged 73). Alex Wright was a British association football player.

Alexander Mason Wright (18 October 1925 – 15 March 1999) was a Scottish professional footballer who played for Bowhill Rovers, Hibernian, Barnsley, Tottenham Hotspur, Bradford Park Avenue and Falkirk.

Playing career Wright began his career with youth side Bowhill Rovers. He joined Hibernian where he featured in three official matches. Wright signed for Barnsley in August 1947. The forward scored 31 goals in 84 appearances between 1947 and 1950 for Oakwell based club. In September 1950, Wright signed for Tottenham Hotspur in a £12,000 transfer deal. Wright scored on his senior debut against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on 3 March 1951. He was a member of the Spurs Push and run First Division championship winning team of 1950-51. Wright transferred to Bradford Park Avenue in August 1951 and went on feature in 131 matches and netting a further 25 goals. After leaving the Yorkshire side he joined Falkirk where he played in both matches of the replayed Scottish Cup final against Kilmarnock in 1957. Falkirk were the eventual 2–1 winners. Wright played a total of 95 matches and scored 20 goals between 1955 and 1959 for the Brockville Park team.

Honours Falkirk Scottish Cup winner:1956-57

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alex Wright?

Scottish footballer (1925-1999)

When was Alex Wright born?

Alex Wright was born on 18 October 1925 in Kirkcaldy.

When did Alex Wright die?

Alex Wright died on 15 March 1999 in Kirkcaldy.

What was Alex Wright's occupation?

Alex Wright was an association football player.

What nationality was Alex Wright?

Alex Wright was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alex Wright

· Wikidata: Q4718018

· DBpedia: Alex Wright (footballer, born 1925)

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