About Dick Wombwell
Lived 1877 – 1943 (aged 65–66). Dick Wombwell was a British association football player.
Richard Wombwell (1877–1943) was an English footballer. His regular position was as a forward. He was born in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. He played for Bulwell, Ilkeston Town, Derby County, Bristol City, Manchester United, Heart of Midlothian, Brighton & Hove Albion, Blackburn Rovers and Ilkeston United. The highlight of his career came at Brighton when he scored the winning goal in a famous giant killing of Preston North End in 1908.
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Who was Dick Wombwell?
English footballer (1877-1943)
When was Dick Wombwell born?
Dick Wombwell was born in 1877 in Nottingham.
When did Dick Wombwell die?
Dick Wombwell died in 1943.
What was Dick Wombwell's occupation?
Dick Wombwell was an association football player.
What nationality was Dick Wombwell?
Dick Wombwell was British.
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