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Christopher O'Brien

b. 1950

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer

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About Christopher O'Brien

Born 1950. Christopher O'Brien is a rugby league player and rugby union player.

Christopher O'Brien (born 16 November 1950 ) is a Welsh former rugby union and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s and 1980s. He played club level rugby union (RU) for Fairwater RFC (see Rugby in Cardiff), and representative level rugby league (RL) for Wales, and at club level for Oldham and Cardiff City Blue Dragons, as a or , and later as a .

Background O'Brien was born in Newtown, Cardiff, Wales.

International honours Chris O'Brien won a cap for Wales (RL) while at Cardiff City (Bridgend) Blue Dragons in the 9–28 defeat by England on Sunday 14 October 1984 at Eugene Cross Park, Ebbw Vale.

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Important facts

Born
16 November 1950, Newtown
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby league player, rugby union player
Also known as
Chris O'Brien, Christopher "Chris" O'Brien

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Christopher O'Brien?

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer

When was Christopher O'Brien born?

Christopher O'Brien was born on 16 November 1950 in Newtown.

What is Christopher O'Brien's occupation?

Christopher O'Brien is a rugby league player and rugby union player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Christopher O'Brien

· Wikidata: Q5112979

· DBpedia: Chris O'Brien (rugby)

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