About Alfred Douglas
Born 1899. Alfred Douglas was a British association football player.
Edward Alfred C. Douglas, sometimes known as Eddie Douglas, was an English professional footballer who made over 100 appearances as an outside left in the Football League for Brentford.
Career Douglas began his career with Northern League club Crook Town. Following abortive spells at Football League clubs Newcastle United and Crystal Palace, he resumed his career with stints at North Eastern League clubs West Stanley and Washington Colliery. Douglas' performances won him the attention of Second Division club Reading and he moved to Elm Park in an exchange deal for Billy Lane in 1929.
Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Crystal Palace 1922–23 Second Division 2 1 0 0 2 1
1925–26
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alfred Douglas?
footballer (1899-?)
When was Alfred Douglas born?
Alfred Douglas was born on 26 March 1899 in Hebburn.
What was Alfred Douglas's occupation?
Alfred Douglas was an association football player.
What nationality was Alfred Douglas?
Alfred Douglas was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alfred Douglas (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alfred Douglas. https://biography.guide/alfred-douglas/
MLA: "Alfred Douglas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alfred-douglas/.
Chicago: "Alfred Douglas." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/alfred-douglas/.
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