Bob Roberts

Robert Roberts (1863 – 24 March 1950) was a Welsh footballer who played at full back for Wrexham in the 1880s and 1890s. He made two appearances for Wales, one as an emergency goalkeeper.

Playing career Roberts was born at Wrexham and, on leaving school, found employment at Bersham colliery, and played football for the local Rhostyllen village side.

Described as a "hard-working player and a sound defender", Despite this result, Alfred Davies was preferred for the matches against England and Scotland. Roberts also conceded four goals against the Irish and his international career was over, with Davies being recalled at right-back for the next international. James Trainer subsequently took over as the Wales national team goalkeeper, a position he retained for the next twelve years.

In 1888, Wrexham Olympic was disbanded and Roberts joined Wrexham. With his ability to "kick and head the ball well",

Later career Following his retirement as a player, Roberts continued to serve Wrexham as a trainer for several years.

His brother-in-law, John Price Davies, played for Druids and made two appearances for Wales in 1883.

Honours Wrexham Welsh Cup finalist: 1891