About Bob Robson
Lived 1957 – 1988 (aged 30). Bob Robson was an American association football player.
Robert Robson (June 11, 1957 – April 28, 1988) was an American soccer goalkeeper who played professionally in the North American Soccer League and Major Indoor Soccer League.
Robson attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville where he played on the men's soccer team from 1975 to 1978. In 1979, he turned professional with the Atlanta Chiefs of the North American Soccer League. On November 20, 1979, the St. Louis Steamers of the Major Indoor Soccer League signed Robson.
On April 28, 1988, Robson was shot and killed by police officers. He had shot and wounded his brother-in-law with a shotgun shortly before.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Robson?
American soccer player (1957-1988)
When was Bob Robson born?
Bob Robson was born on 11 June 1957 in St. Louis.
When did Bob Robson die?
Bob Robson died on 28 April 1988 in St. Louis.
What was Bob Robson's occupation?
Bob Robson was an association football player.
What nationality was Bob Robson?
Bob Robson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Robson (soccer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Robson. https://biography.guide/bob-robson-association-football-player/
MLA: "Bob Robson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-robson-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Bob Robson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-robson-association-football-player/.
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