About David Allan
Lived 1863 – 1930 (aged 67). David Allan was a British association football player and stockbroker.
David Steele Allan (30 April 1863 – 26 June 1930) was a Scottish footballer who played for Queen's Park and the Scotland national team.
He was born in Irvine, North Ayrshire and learned his football at Ayr Academy and, on moving to Glasgow to begin his career as a stockbroker, he joined Queen's Park in 1880. He won four Scottish Cup medals with the club in 1881, 1884, 1886 and 1890 and played in the club's FA Cup finals of 1884 and 1885. He also played occasionally for London-based club Corinthians.
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Who was David Allan?
Scottish football player (1863-1930)
When was David Allan born?
David Allan was born on 30 April 1863 in Irvine.
When did David Allan die?
David Allan died on 26 June 1930.
What was David Allan's occupation?
David Allan was an association football player and stockbroker.
What nationality was David Allan?
David Allan was British.
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· DBpedia: David Allan (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Allan. https://biography.guide/david-allan-association-football-player/
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