Alan Hodgkinson

Soccer Player

Birthday August 16, 1936

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Dec 8, 2015 (79)

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About

Goalkeeper known for good positional play, he competed for Sheffield United from 1954to 1971 and made five appearances on England's national team.

Before Fame

He began his youth career with Worksop Town.

Trivia

After his playing career was over, he went on to coach several teams, including the Rangers, Everton, Manchester City, and Aston Villa.

Family Life

He grew up in Laughton Common, England.

Associated With

He is credited as the person who brought goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel to Manchester City.