Who played for Crewe Alexandra?

Who played for Crewe Alexandra?

This is a list of notable footballers who have played for Crewe Alexandra F.C. Generally, this means players that have played 100 or more first-class matches for the club….List of players.

Name Luke Murphy
Nationality England
Position MF
Crewe Alexandra career 2008–2013, 2020–2022
Appearances 272

Who is Crewe Alexandra captain?

Luke Murphy
Current squad

No. Pos. Player
16 MF Luke Murphy (captain)
17 MF Madger Gomes
18 MF Regan Griffiths
19 FW Bassala Sambou

Why is Crewe Alexandra called Alexandra?

1877 – A Football Club is formed in Crewe, as a separate organisation from the successful Crewe Cricket Club. They take the name ‘Alexandra’ after Princess Alexandra. 1877 – Crewe Football Club play their first ever match against North Staff’s and draw the match 1-1.

Why do Crewe sing Blue Moon?

It is believed that Crewe’s fans were the first to ever sing the famous football song ‘Blue Moon’. The song was sung to represent the gloomy days at Gresty Road during the mid-1900s. Since then Manchester City have copied the chant and it is often sung by their fans.

Is Crewe Alexandra a good academy?

In 2020–2021, Crewe’s academy was ranked 11th highest of 82 in England and Wales, and was the highest ranked Category Two Academy, in terms of producing players who had made league appearances.

What division is Crewe Alexandra?

EFL League One
FA Cup
Crewe Alexandra F.C./Leagues

How old is Crewe?

The modern urban settlement of Crewe was not formally planned out until 1843 by Joseph Locke to consolidate the “railway colony” that had grown up since around 1840–41 in the area near to the railway junction station opened in 1837, even though it was called Crewe by many, from the start.

Who are Crewes rivals?

The rivalry against Crewe Alexandra is the closest fans can get, though debate rages on about whether this is actually a true derby. Regardless, Port Vale have played Crewe in 73 games since the first match in 1892, resulting in 33 wins for Vale and only 19 for Crewe.

Is Crewe a nice place to live?

CREWE is the best place to live in the UK outside London, according to new research by a leading trade magazine. The town ranks top for affordability and employment, amenities, schools, internet connectivity and accessibility to public transport.

Is Crewe a good place to live?

What category is Crewe academy?

Category Two Academy
In 2020–2021, Crewe’s academy was ranked 11th highest of 82 in England and Wales, and was the highest ranked Category Two Academy, in terms of producing players who had made league appearances.