About Dave Lyon
Lived 1948 – 2019 (aged 71). Dave Lyon was a British association football player.
Life and career Born in Oldham, Lyon began his football career as an apprentice with Bolton Wanderers, and was briefly on the books of Bury, but never played league football for either.
He contributed 10 goals from 57 appearances He was the club's top scorer in his fifth season with Macclesfield, and then spent time with Wigan Athletic, Altrincham, Poole Town, before signing for Southport of the Football League Fourth Division in 1976.
He also played non-league football for Runcorn and Ashton United before returning to Macclesfield for a final spell in 1979.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Lyon?
British association football player (1948-2019)
When was Dave Lyon born?
Dave Lyon was born on 21 November 1948 in Oldham.
When did Dave Lyon die?
Dave Lyon died on 19 December 2019 in Oldham.
What was Dave Lyon's occupation?
Dave Lyon was an association football player.
What nationality was Dave Lyon?
Dave Lyon was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Lyon (footballer, born 1948)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Lyon. https://biography.guide/dave-lyon-association-football-player/
MLA: "Dave Lyon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-lyon-association-football-player/.
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