Quick Facts
Biography
Alfie Dillon Beestin (born 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Doncaster Rovers in League Two.
He was born in Leeds and trained with the York College/i2i Football Development Centre, also playing for the Tadcaster Albion development team.
Early life
Born in Leeds, Beestin studied at The Co-operative Academy of Leeds, before moving on to York College, achieving a Level 2 Certificate in Sport and a Level 1 Coaching Award.
He started his career at the Tadcaster Albion development team, scoring four goals in three games. During a trial at Doncaster Rovers he impressed manager Darren Ferguson.
Career
Doncaster Rovers
Beestin signed for Doncaster Rovers on 2 August 2016. Following his signing, manager Darren Ferguson said "ability-wise he's got a hell of a lot".
Beestin came on as a substitute against Mansfield Town in the EFL Trophy, scoring on his debut in a 2-0 victory. In a 5-1 victory against Morecambe Beestin made his league debut as a substitute.
Career statistics
| Club | Season | League | FA Cup | League Cup | Europe | Other | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Doncaster Rovers | 2016–17 | League Two | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| Career total | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||