Desmond Lacey (3 August 1925 – 1974) was an Irish

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. Lacey made one appearance for

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, when he wore the number seven shirt during a 3–0 victory at home to Lincoln City in April 1947. Despite this success, he was not selected again and he moved to Witton Albion.Sumner (1997), p 140

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1925 births 1974 deaths Association footballers from County Dublin Republic of Ireland men's association footballers English Football League players Men's association football wingers Chester City F.C. players Witton Albion F.C. players 20th-century Irish sportsmen {{Ireland-footy-bio-stub