Dave Bowen
Welsh footballer and manager
About Dave Bowen
Lived 1928 – 1995 (aged 67). Dave Bowen was a British association football player and association football coach.
Playing career
Born in Maesteg, Bowen first played for Northampton Town. He had only played 12 times for Northampton son of Arsenal manager Tom Whittaker. He was duly signed by Arsenal in the summer of 1950 as an understudy to Joe Mercer at wing half. He made his debut against Wolves on 24 March 1951, but only made a handful of appearances between 1951 and 1954, when Mercer finally retired due to injury. Arsenal won the old First Division in 1952–53 but he only made two league appearances all season. In 1954–55 Bowen became a regular in the Arsenal side, and would continue to be for the rest of the decade.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Bowen?
Welsh footballer and manager (1928-1995)
When was Dave Bowen born?
Dave Bowen was born on 7 June 1928 in Northampton.
When did Dave Bowen die?
Dave Bowen died on 25 September 1995 in Northampton.
What was Dave Bowen's occupation?
Dave Bowen was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Dave Bowen?
Dave Bowen was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Bowen. https://biography.guide/dave-bowen/
MLA: "Dave Bowen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-bowen/.
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