About Francis Hobson
Lived 1889 – 1961 (aged 71–72). Francis Hobson was a British association football player.
Career Hobson was born in Stoke-upon-Trent and played amateur football with Smallthorne before joining Stoke in 1910. He played in one first team match which came in a 4–0 win over Stafford Rangers during the 1910–11 season before returning to amateur football with Rocester.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Francis Hobson?
English footballer (1889-1961)
When was Francis Hobson born?
Francis Hobson was born in 1889 in Stoke-on-Trent.
When did Francis Hobson die?
Francis Hobson died in 1961 in Stafford.
What was Francis Hobson's occupation?
Francis Hobson was an association football player.
What nationality was Francis Hobson?
Francis Hobson was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Francis Hobson. https://biography.guide/francis-hobson/
MLA: "Francis Hobson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/francis-hobson/.
Chicago: "Francis Hobson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/francis-hobson/.
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