Alan Smith facts for kids
Alan Smith
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Alan Smith | ||
| Date of birth | 28 October 1980 | ||
| Place of birth | Rothwell, West Yorkshire, England | ||
| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) | ||
| Playing position | Striker | ||
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| Current club | Newcastle United | ||
| Number | 17 | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1998-2004 2004-2007 2007- |
Leeds United Manchester United Newcastle United |
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| National team | |||
| 2001-2007 | England | ||
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Alan Smith (born 28 October 1980) is an English footballer. He is known for playing as a Striker and also in midfield. He played for big clubs like Leeds United, Manchester United, and Newcastle United.
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Alan Smith's Football Journey
Alan Smith started his professional football career at a young age. He was known for his energy and hard work on the field. He played for some of England's most famous football teams.
Starting at Leeds United
Alan Smith began his journey at Leeds United in 1998. He quickly became a favorite with the fans. He was a forward, which means he played at the front of the team trying to score goals. He scored many important goals for Leeds. He stayed with the club until 2004, playing in the Premier League.
Moving to Manchester United
In 2004, Alan Smith made a big move to Manchester United. This was a very exciting step in his career. At Manchester United, he sometimes played as a midfielder instead of a striker. This showed how versatile he was, meaning he could play well in different positions. He helped Manchester United win the Premier League title in the 2006-2007 season.
Time at Newcastle United
After his time at Manchester United, Alan Smith joined Newcastle United in 2007. He continued to show his dedication and fighting spirit on the pitch. He played for Newcastle in both the Premier League and the Championship.
Playing for England
Alan Smith also had the honor of playing for his country, England. He represented England in international matches between 2001 and 2007. Playing for your national team is a huge achievement for any footballer.
See Also
- List of England international footballers
