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Bobby Corbett

1922 – 1988

English footballer

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About Bobby Corbett

Lived 1922 – 1988 (aged 65–66). Bobby Corbett was a British association football player.

Robert Corbett (16 March 1922 – October 1988) was an English footballer who played as a defender. He was the brother of George Corbett, also a professional footballer. He began playing at non-league club Throckley Welfare, later moving to Newcastle United and made his professional debut in 1946 against Barnsley F.C. after the conclusion of the Second World War. He was sold to neighbouring club Middlesbrough in 1951 for £9000, where he made 92 appearances over five seasons. He finished his career with a two-year spell at Northampton Town.

Corbett won an FA Cup winners medal with Newcastle in the 1951 FA Cup Final after defeating Blackpool 2–0. He played alongside other notable players such as Jackie Milburn and Charlie Crowe.

Corbett died in October 1988 at the age of 66 after spending his retirement living in North Walbottle.

Honours

As a player Newcastle United FA Cup: 1950–51

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1988, Newcastle upon Tyne
Also known as
Robert Corbett

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bobby Corbett?

English footballer (1922-1988)

When was Bobby Corbett born?

Bobby Corbett was born on 16 March 1922 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

When did Bobby Corbett die?

Bobby Corbett died in 1988 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

What was Bobby Corbett's occupation?

Bobby Corbett was an association football player.

What nationality was Bobby Corbett?

Bobby Corbett was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bobby Corbett

· Wikidata: Q10485867

· DBpedia: Bobby Corbett

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