About Alf Twigg
Lived 1882 – 1957 (aged 74–75). Alf Twigg was a British association football player.
John Alfred Twigg (1882– 1957) was an English association footballer who played as a forward.
Born in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, Twigg began his footballing career with Burton Albion. He also played for Hinckley Town, Gainsborough Trinity, and Millwall where he played from 1905 to 1910. Twigg is Millwall's 5th all-time leading scorer, with 88 goals. He was the top scorer for the Lions in the Southern League three consecutive seasons, scoring 28 goals in 1906–07, 30 in 1907–08, and 17 in the 1908–09 season. Twigg holds the record for the highest number of goals between London rivals, Millwall and West Ham United. Twigg scored 10 goals against West Ham, his first on 16 April 1906 and his last on 26 April 1909.
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Who was Alf Twigg?
English footballer (1882-1957)
When was Alf Twigg born?
Alf Twigg was born on 18 August 1882 in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
When did Alf Twigg die?
Alf Twigg died in 1957.
What was Alf Twigg's occupation?
Alf Twigg was an association football player.
What nationality was Alf Twigg?
Alf Twigg was British.
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