About Alex Wylie
Lived 1872 – 1902 (aged 29). Alex Wylie was an association football player.
Personal life
Wylie was born in the village of Crosslee in Renfrewshire; his father died in 1875 and the family moved within the county, first to Lochwinnoch then to Paisley. Having found a trade as an engineer in a paper mill, he was forced to retire from playing football in 1901 due to suffering from tuberculosis – he was unable to recover from the illness and died in April 1902, aged 29. A friendly match between St Mirren and Rangers a month later had already been planned with the intention of the proceeds going to him; instead they were given to his mother and family.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alex Wylie?
Scottish footballer
When was Alex Wylie born?
Alex Wylie was born on 4 November 1872 in Crosslee.
When did Alex Wylie die?
Alex Wylie died on 21 April 1902 in Paisley, Renfrewshire.
What was Alex Wylie's occupation?
Alex Wylie was an association football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alex Wylie (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alex Wylie. https://biography.guide/alex-wylie-association-football-player/
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