Alf Ringstead

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Alf Ringstead (born. October 14, 1927 in Dublin, Republic of Ireland – died. 2000) was a footballer who played in the position of winger for Sheffield United between 1950-1958.

Ringstead started his career with Northwich Victoria, before joining Sheffield United in 1950. He signed in a double transfer along with fellow winger Derek Hawksworth, for a total outlay of £15,000.

He played a significant part in United's 7-3 defeat of Sheffield Wednesday in the Steel City derby at Bramall Lane on September 8, 1951 scoring two of the goals in the famous victory. In total, he played 247 matches for the Blades and scored 101 goals, in his 8 years at Bramall Lane.

He was transferred to Mansfield Town in 1958. He played 27 matches scoring 3 goals for the Stags.

He ended his career by joining non-league Frickley Colliery.