About Bobby Laing
Lived 1925 – 1985 (aged 60). Bobby Laing was a British association football player.
Career Laing was born in Glasgow. He had been on the books of Falkirk, but while stationed at Hednesford, Staffordshire, during the Second World War, he appeared for Birmingham City in the wartime Football League South. He made his debut in the Second Division on 14 February 1948, deputising for George Edwards in a home game against Leeds United which Birmingham won 5–1; Laing scored twice, his first goal coming inside the first five minutes. and later played for Worcester City, Halesowen Town, Brierley Hill Alliance and Brush Sports. He retired from the game in 1957.
Laing died in Birmingham in 1985, at the age of 60.
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Who was Bobby Laing?
Scottish footballer (1925-1985)
When was Bobby Laing born?
Bobby Laing was born on 1 February 1925 in Glasgow.
When did Bobby Laing die?
Bobby Laing died on 1 September 1985 in Birmingham.
What was Bobby Laing's occupation?
Bobby Laing was an association football player.
What nationality was Bobby Laing?
Bobby Laing was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bobby Laing. https://biography.guide/bobby-laing/
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