About Derek Robertson
Lived 1949 – 2015 (aged 65). Derek Robertson was a British association football player.
Derek Robertson (12 February 1949 – 29 January 2015) was a Scottish footballer who played as a goalkeeper and played his entire senior career with St Johnstone.
The Glasgow-born Robertson joined St Johnstone in 1966 from junior outfit Petershill and made 235 appearances for the Muirton Park club before finally retiring in 1979.
Death Robertson died, aged 65, on 29 January 2015 from a respiratory infection while battling cancer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Derek Robertson?
Scottish footballer (1949-2015)
When was Derek Robertson born?
Derek Robertson was born on 12 February 1949.
When did Derek Robertson die?
Derek Robertson died on 29 January 2015.
What was Derek Robertson's occupation?
Derek Robertson was an association football player.
What nationality was Derek Robertson?
Derek Robertson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Derek Robertson (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Derek Robertson. https://biography.guide/derek-robertson-association-football-player/
MLA: "Derek Robertson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/derek-robertson-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Derek Robertson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/derek-robertson-association-football-player/.
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