Peter Allen (footballer)

Peter Charles Allen (1 November 1946 – 5 February 2023) was an English footballer who played as a midfielder, and is the current holder of Leyton Orient's all-time appearance record.

[1] Allen joined Tottenham Hotspur as a schoolboy, where he was spotted by Orient manager Dave Sexton.

[1] Allen was noted at Orient for his versatility, able to play in defence when required, as well as being capable of scoring goals from midfield.

[1] He earned a testimonial in 1976, the year he broke Orient's appearance record, previously held by Arthur Wood.

[2] Allen left Orient in March 1978 to join Millwall, but only stayed briefly before retiring due to injury at the age of 32.