A.L. Henry Explained

A.L. Henry
Birth Place:	Malaysia
Position:	Striker
Years1:	–1934
Clubs1:	Selangor
Years2:	1934
Clubs2:	Hendon
Years3:	1934–1939
Clubs3:	Selangor

A.L. Henry was a Malaysian footballer who played as a striker.

Early life

Henry played cricket. He attended school in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.^[1]

Career

In 1934, he signed for English side Hendon. He was described as "rapidly making a name in... [English] soccer circles" while playing for the club.^[2] After that, he returned to Malaysian side Selangor. He captained the club. He helped them win the 1935 Malaysia Cup, 1936 Malaysia Cup, and 1938 Malaysia Cup.^[3]

Personal life

Henry was of Tamil ethnicity. He was married.^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: A.L. Henry's Romantic Rise To Soccer Fame. Malaya Tribune.
2. Web site: Henry in form. Sunday Tribune.
3. Web site: A.L. Henry - The Best Footballer In Malaya. KelabJersiKita.
4. Web site: MR. A.L. HENRY WEDS. Singapore Free Press and Mercantile Advertiser.