About Dennis Allen
Lived 1939 – 1995 (aged 56). Dennis Allen was a British association football player and association football coach.
Dennis James Allen (2 March 1939 – 9 July 1995) was an English football player and manager.
Born in Romford, Allen represented Charlton Athletic (1956–1961), Reading (1961–1970) and Bournemouth & Boscombe Athletic (1970–1971) as an inside-forward. He scored 89 goals in 358 league appearances. Dennis went on to be player-manager at Cheltenham Town.
His brother Les (b. 1937), son Martin (b. 1965), grandson Charlie Allen (b. 1992), great-nephew Oliver (b. 1986) and nephews Bradley (b. 1971), Clive (b. 1961) and Paul Allen (b. 1962) all played football professionally. Martin went on to manage Cheltenham Town himself.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dennis Allen?
English footballer (1939-1995)
When was Dennis Allen born?
Dennis Allen was born on 2 March 1939 in Romford.
When did Dennis Allen die?
Dennis Allen died on 9 July 1995 in Reading.
What was Dennis Allen's occupation?
Dennis Allen was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Dennis Allen?
Dennis Allen was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dennis Allen (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dennis Allen. https://biography.guide/dennis-allen-association-football-player/
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