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Les Allen

Les Allen (born 4 September 1937) is an English former professional footballer and manager, best known for his role as an inside forward in Tottenham Hotspur's historic 1961 League and Double-winning team. He also earned caps for at under-23 level. Born in , , Allen began his career as an apprentice at , where he made 44 first-team appearances and scored 11 goals between 1956 and 1959. In December 1959, he transferred to Tottenham Hotspur in a deal that sent Johnny Brooks to for £20,000, quickly establishing himself as a prolific goalscorer with his stocky build, pace, and ability to shoot with either foot. During the 1960–61 season, Allen featured in every competitive match for Spurs, netting 27 goals across all competitions—including the decisive winner in a 2–1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday on 17 1961 that clinched the First Division title—and contributing significantly to the club's unprecedented achievement under manager Bill Nicholson. Over his five-and-a-half years at White Hart Lane, he amassed 137 appearances and 61 goals before moving to Queens Park Rangers in June 1965. At QPR, Allen played 109 league games and scored 36 goals, helping the team secure promotion as Third Division champions in 1967, after which he retired as a player in 1969. Later in his career, Allen transitioned into management, notably leading Swindon Town in the early 1970s. His contributions to the game extended through his family, as he is the father of former and striker .

Early life

Birth and upbringing

Leslie William Allen was born on 4 September 1937 in , , . Allen grew up in a post-war working-class environment in , a town dominated by the motor plant, where he later became an apprentice during his teenage years. His childhood was marked by the of the era, including simple games of played between drain holes, often fueled by modest provisions like bread and jam, reflecting the economic realities of the time. Attending Valence Junior School, Allen showed early promise in sports by playing in the school's 1948/49 league shield-winning team, fostering his initial interest in football amid Dagenham's industrial community. The local area provided strong influences on Allen's sporting development, as Dagenham was a hub for emerging talent, with neighbors including future captain Brown and player living nearby. Additionally, figures like former captain Wally "Dick" Walker resided in the vicinity and observed local matches, contributing to a vibrant culture. Allen's family dynamics early on hinted at a sporting tradition, particularly through his older brother , who pursued a professional career as an inside forward with clubs including Charlton Athletic and Reading. This sibling involvement likely encouraged Allen's own passion for the game from a young age.

Amateur beginnings

Les Allen joined Briggs Sports, an amateur club affiliated with the in , as a youth player in the early while working as an apprentice model maker. Growing up in , his family background nurtured an early interest in the sport. During the 1953-54 season, Allen, then just 16 years old, played a pivotal role in Briggs Sports' impressive run to the semi-finals of the . The team advanced through several challenging rounds, culminating in a high-profile semi-final match against the strong side at , Newcastle, attended by over 54,000 spectators. Despite the loss, Allen's standout performances highlighted his emerging talent as a forward, contributing significantly to the club's achievement in reaching this stage of the prestigious competition. Allen's early playing style as a forward began to take shape during his time at Briggs Sports, where observers noted his strength on the ball, excellent control, and a natural eye for goal, complemented by a strong . These attributes, including his pace in amateur matches, allowed him to develop effectively in a competitive environment before transitioning to professional football.

Playing career

Chelsea

Les Allen signed a professional contract with Chelsea on his 17th birthday in September 1954, having impressed as a 16-year-old with Briggs Sports during their run to the semi-finals of the Amateur Cup that year. Positioned as an emerging inside forward, Allen developed within 's competitive First Division squad under manager Ted Drake, where he contributed to a team that consistently finished in the mid-table positions during the mid-1950s. He made his league debut on 1 September 1956 in a 0–0 draw away to Leeds United, at the age of 18 years and 11 months. In his debut season of 1956–57, Allen scored four goals in six league appearances, helping secure a 10th-place finish. Between 1954 and 1959, Allen made 44 league appearances for , netting 11 goals overall. Notable contributions included a brace in a 3–1 home victory over on 18 April 1959, during which he demonstrated his skill as a neat, ball-playing forward in a match attended by 24,366 spectators. Another highlight came earlier that season in a 1–3 defeat to Nottingham Forest, where he scored Chelsea's lone goal. These performances underscored his growing role in a side vying for consistency in England's top flight, though opportunities remained limited amid strong competition for attacking positions.

Tottenham Hotspur

Les Allen transferred to Tottenham Hotspur from in December 1959 as part of a part-exchange deal that sent Johnny Brooks to Stamford Bridge. His earlier experience at had sharpened his abilities as a versatile forward, preparing him for a more prominent role in the top flight. From 1959 to 1965, Allen made 126 league appearances for Tottenham, scoring 47 goals, with his most prolific season coming in 1960–61 when he netted 23 league goals and 4 in the for a total of 27 across all competitions. He formed a potent striking with Bobby Smith, contributing significantly to Tottenham's historic that year by winning both the First Division title and the . A standout moment was on 17 April 1961, when Allen scored the title-clinching winner in a 2–1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday at , securing the league championship with a powerful left-footed strike after a burst of pace. Allen's playing style evolved during this period into that of a dependable inside forward, characterized by his stocky build, quick acceleration to cut inside markers, and a lethal left-foot shot for goals, while also providing defensive support when needed. In high-profile matches like the against Leicester City, he exemplified this adaptability by opening the scoring after just six minutes with a clinical finish from a pass, helping to a 2–0 win despite a generally subdued team performance.

Queens Park Rangers

Les Allen joined Queens Park Rangers from in June 1965 for a transfer fee of £21,000, becoming the club's record signing at the time. As a prolific inside forward, Allen quickly became a key figure in QPR's attack during their Third Division campaign. In the 1965–66 season, he scored 33 goals across league and cup competitions, helping the team finish fourth and reach the League Cup semi-finals. The following season, Allen contributed significantly to QPR's success, scoring in the 1967 League Cup Final as the club became the first Third Division team to win the competition, defeating West Bromwich Albion 3–2 at . His goals and form were instrumental in securing promotion as Third Division champions in 1966–67. Allen continued playing in the Second Division during the 1967–68 season before retiring in 1968.

England under-23

Les Allen received a single cap for the team in 1961, marking his only appearance at the intermediate international level. His selection was a direct reward for his prolific form during Tottenham Hotspur's historic 1960–61 Double-winning season, in which he scored 27 goals across league and cup competitions. Allen featured as an inside forward in England's 2–0 victory over on 8 February 1961 at in , attended by 27,235 spectators. The goals came from Chris Crowe's penalty in the 30th minute, following a foul on Clive Clark, and Bobby Moore's free-kick in the 63rd minute, which was awarded after Welsh defender Mel Nurse fouled Allen and diverted by a defender into the net. During the match, Allen had a shot saved by Welsh goalkeeper Dai Davies and another effort go wide after a pass from teammate Johnny Byrne, contributing to England's control in the forward line despite not scoring himself. This outing represented a career highlight, underscoring his recognition within England's youth setup amid his peak club performances.

Managerial career

Queens Park Rangers

Les Allen was appointed player-manager of Queens Park Rangers on 1 December 1968, shortly after retiring from playing, succeeding who had lasted only 28 days in the role following Alec Stock's earlier dismissal that year. His prior contributions as a player, including key goals in the 1967 triumph, had cemented his status within the club. Allen's tenure commenced amid a dire 1968–69 First Division campaign, with QPR already rooted to the bottom of the table; he oversaw the final matches but could not avert relegation, as the team finished 22nd with a record-low 18 points. In the subsequent 1969–70 Second Division season, Allen focused on stabilizing the squad through modest signings and a shift toward more balanced tactics emphasizing midfield control, guiding QPR to a respectable ninth-place finish with 45 points, though early struggles tested fan patience amid high expectations from the post-League Cup era. The 1970–71 season brought continued challenges in the Second Division, with inconsistent results placing QPR in mid-table contention but failing to meet ambitions for promotion; Allen resigned on 6 January 1971 after a poor run, including defeats in key fixtures against promotion rivals, paving the way for Jago's appointment and a final 11th-place standing. His 25-month stint, marked by tactical adaptations to a young squad and efforts to rebuild after relegation, ultimately fell short of restoring the club's top-flight pedigree.

Aris Thessaloniki

Les Allen was appointed manager of the Greek club in 1971, representing a short-lived venture abroad after his player-manager role at Queens Park Rangers served as a foundation for further coaching opportunities. In the 1971–72 Alpha Ethniki season, finished fourth in the league table with 81 points from 34 matches, marking a significant rise from their tenth-place standing the prior campaign, where they earned 67 points. Allen left in 1972 at the conclusion of his one-season tenure.

Swindon Town

Les Allen was appointed manager of Swindon Town on 10 November 1972, having joined the club as chief scout earlier that year following the departure of previous manager and assistant Des Anderson to Nottingham Forest. His tenure, which lasted until February 1974, marked his longest managerial role and saw him oversee 64 matches in total, achieving 13 wins, 20 draws, and 31 losses for a win rate of approximately 20%. In his first partial season of 1972–73, Allen inherited a side in 16th place in the Second Division and guided them to a safe mid-table finish in the same position, three points above the relegation zone, ensuring survival in the higher tier despite limited resources. The following 1973–74 campaign began promisingly, with Swindon earning five points from their first six league games and briefly rising to second in the table, but a dramatic slump followed, yielding just two points from the next 16 matches and dropping the team into the relegation zone. Overall, in 32 league games that season, Swindon managed only five wins, finishing bottom of the Second Division with 25 points and suffering relegation to the Third Division after five years in the second tier. Allen focused on squad rebuilding amid financial constraints, including a £20,000 transfer budget strained by stadium debts, which led to the release of six players such as Peter Noble and Rod Thomas before the 1973–74 season. Notable player developments included the loan signing of young forward Peter Eastoe from Chelsea in November 1973, who scored six goals in limited appearances, and the acquisition of reserve goalkeeper Alan Spratley, though defensive frailties persisted throughout, with the team conceding 83 goals in 55 league games under Allen. His tactical approach emphasized attacking football to counter these issues, drawing from his broadening coaching perspective gained during a brief stint managing Aris Thessaloniki in Greece the previous year. Allen's dismissal was announced on 28 February 1974, shortly after a 0–2 home defeat to Luton Town that marked the fourth consecutive loss and came amid a national power crisis that had disrupted floodlights at the County Ground. The decision followed three consecutive board meetings and internal tensions, including a fallout with Peter Downsborough and Allen's temporary dismissal and reinstatement of physio Kevin Morris, ultimately ratified by chairman Cecil Green as relegation loomed.

Personal life

Family connections

Les Allen's brother, Dennis Allen, was a professional who played as an inside-forward primarily for Charlton Athletic from 1956 to 1961, followed by a prolific spell at Reading between 1961 and 1970 where he scored 95 goals in 377 appearances, and later for from 1970 to 1971. Allen's sons also pursued successful careers in the sport; Clive Allen became a prolific goalscorer, notably with Queens Park Rangers, , and Tottenham Hotspur, where he netted 49 goals in all competitions during the 1986–87 season, and earned three caps for . His younger brother, , played as a forward mainly for Queens Park Rangers from 1988 to 1995 and Charlton Athletic from 1995 to 1999, later featuring for clubs including Grimsby Town and Bristol Rovers. Allen's nephews extended the family's involvement across multiple generations; Paul Allen, son of their brother Ron, was a midfielder who made over 200 appearances for United from 1979 to 1985, winning the in 1980, and later played for Tottenham Hotspur from 1985 to 1993, appearing in two more finals. Martin Allen, Dennis's son, was a combative midfielder who played over 100 games for Queens Park Rangers from 1983 to 1989 and United from 1989 to 1994, earning two under-21 caps, before transitioning into management with clubs including and Leicester City. The Allen family's deep roots in English , originating from their upbringing in , , have produced a spanning players, managers, and multiple London-based clubs, contributing significantly to the professional game over four generations.

Later years and

After departing from his managerial role at Swindon Town in February 1974, Allen retired from active involvement in . In recognition of his contributions to Tottenham Hotspur, particularly as a key forward in the club's historic 1960–61 Double-winning season where he scored 27 goals, Allen was inducted into the Tottenham Hotspur Hall of Fame in 2004. Allen has remained connected to the club through occasional reflections on his career, including interviews marking anniversaries of the . In a 2020 discussion, he recalled scoring the decisive goal in Tottenham's league-clinching 2–1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday and emphasized the team's unity under manager Bill Nicholson. In 2021, at age 83, he described the achievement as part of a "big family" effort, noting the era's modest player earnings of £20 per week plus bonuses, and expressed enduring appreciation for the fans. As of 2021, Allen, residing in , had undergone a heart bypass and overcome cancers but continued to manage daily life effectively. In January 2025, he retired from due to an ongoing hip injury. As of 2025, at 88, Allen remains one of four surviving members of the 1961 Double squad, alongside Terry Dyson, Cliff Jones, and Phil Beal.) Allen's legacy is cemented as an integral part of Tottenham's first modern-era , with his 61 goals in 137 appearances underscoring his impact during a transformative period for English . As a family patriarch in the , his influence persists through relatives including son and nephew , both prominent Tottenham players.

Honours

With Tottenham Hotspur

Les Allen was a key member of the Tottenham Hotspur squad that achieved the historic in the 1960–61 season, winning both the and the . Tottenham clinched the First Division title on 17 April 1961 with a 2–1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday at , securing the championship with three matches remaining. Allen scored the decisive winning goal just before halftime, volleying a superb shoulder-high effort from a free kick headed sideways by , past goalkeeper , after Bobby Smith had earlier equalized. The team completed the nine days later on 6 May 1961, defeating Leicester City 2–0 in the at , with goals from Bobby Smith and Terry Dyson. Allen started as an inside forward in the match, contributing to the squad's success in becoming the first club in the to win both major domestic trophies in the same season. As part of the Double-winning team, Allen received winner's medals for both competitions, marking his personal contribution to 's 115 league goals that season, 23 of which he scored. The trophies were paraded through on an open-top bus shortly after the final, with captain and striker Bobby Smith holding them aloft amid cheering crowds along Tottenham High Road. Post-match celebrations included toasts in the dressing room with manager Bill Nicholson and chairman Fred J. Bearman, commemorating the achievement.

With Queens Park Rangers

During the 1966–67 season, Les Allen was part of the Queens Park Rangers squad that achieved a historic double by winning both the Football League Third Division title and the Football League Cup, the club's first major honour. QPR's path to League Cup glory began in the first round with a 5–0 home victory over Colchester United on 23 August 1966, followed by a 3–1 aggregate win over Aldershot in the second round (1–1 away on 14 September and 2–0 at home on 20 September). In the third round, they defeated Swansea Town 2–1 at home on 12 October, and progressed in the fourth round with a 4–2 home win over First Division Leicester City on 25 October, where Allen scored a memorable goal that rebounded off the crossbar onto goalkeeper Gordon Banks before crossing the line. The quarter-finals saw a 2–1 home victory over Carlisle United on 7 December, setting up a semi-final triumph over Birmingham City with a 7–2 aggregate (4–1 away on 17 January 1967 and 3–1 at home on 7 February 1967). Allen contributed three goals across the eight-match campaign. The final against First Division West Bromwich Albion took place at on 4 March 1967, the first League Cup final held there. Trailing 2–0 at halftime after two goals from Clive Clark, QPR mounted a comeback with strikes from Roger Morgan (63rd minute), (75th), and Mark Lazarus (81st) to secure a 3–2 victory and the trophy. Allen started the match as part of the forward line. The presentation ceremony followed immediately on the pitch, with captain Mike Harwood lifting the cup amid celebrations from the 97,952 crowd, marking QPR's emergence as a force despite their Third Division status. Post-trophy, Allen and his teammates clinched from the Third Division by winning the championship with 67 points from 46 matches, finishing 12 points clear of second-placed ; this success elevated QPR to the Second Division for the 1967–68 season, where they again achieved as runners-up the following year to reach the top flight. The Cup win remains a cornerstone of lore, annually commemorated with veteran player tributes and its status as the only major trophy won by a third-tier side in the competition's underscoring lasting recognition at .

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