About Bob Adams
Lived 1917 – 1970 (aged 53). Bob Adams was a British association football player.
Robert James Adams (28 February 1917 – 1 September 1970) was an English professional footballer who played in The Football League for Cardiff City, Bristol Rovers and Millwall.
Career
Born in Coleford, Gloucestershire, Adams joined Cardiff City at the age of 16 in 1932, keeping a clean sheet on his Football League debut soon after in February 1933 during a 2–0 win over Southend United in Division Three South. He spent two years at Ninian Park, largely as cover for Tom Farquharson, making eleven league appearances before leaving the club at the end of the 1933–34 season, joining Bristol Rovers.
He joined Millwall in 1935, making six league appearances, before finishing his professional career with Bristol City without breaking into the first team.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Adams?
English footballer (1917-1970)
When was Bob Adams born?
Bob Adams was born on 28 February 1917 in Coleford.
When did Bob Adams die?
Bob Adams died on 1 September 1970 in Blakeney.
What was Bob Adams's occupation?
Bob Adams was an association football player.
What nationality was Bob Adams?
Bob Adams was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Adams (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Adams. https://biography.guide/bob-adams-association-football-player/
MLA: "Bob Adams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-adams-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Bob Adams." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-adams-association-football-player/.
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