About Bob Mathews
Lived 1912 – 1989 (aged 76). Bob Mathews was an Australian australian rules football player.
Robert Mathews (26 August 1912 – 14 April 1989) was an Australian rules footballer who played with North Melbourne and Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Mathews was a back pocket defender, but started as a forward and topped North Melbourne's goal-kicking in the 1930 VFL season, with 29 goals. He switched clubs in 1935, joining Essendon, but would only make two appearances for the club. After leaving Essendon he played for La Mascotte.
Mathews later served in the Royal Australian Air Force during the later part of World War II.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Mathews?
Australian rules footballer
When was Bob Mathews born?
Bob Mathews was born on 26 August 1912 in Foster.
When did Bob Mathews die?
Bob Mathews died on 14 April 1989.
What was Bob Mathews's occupation?
Bob Mathews was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was Bob Mathews?
Bob Mathews was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Mathews (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Mathews. https://biography.guide/bob-mathews/
MLA: "Bob Mathews." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-mathews/.
Chicago: "Bob Mathews." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-mathews/.
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