Albert John Allen (16 October 1891 – ) was an English professional footballer who played in the Football League for Glossop, Manchester City, Southport and Crewe Alexandra as a full back. Personal life Allen served in Italy as a lieutenant in the British Armed Forces during the First World War. After retiring from football, he worked for the Royal London Mutual Insurance Society. Career statistics Honours Manchester City Lancashire Senior Cup: 1920–21 References 1891 births 1971 deaths Military personnel from Manchester People from Moston, Manchester English footballers Glossop North End A.F.C. players Manchester City F.C. players Southport F.C. players Crewe Alexandra F.C. players Lancaster City F.C. players English Football League players Southport F.C. wartime guest players British Army personnel of World War I Association football fullbacks British Army officers Ashton United F.C. players