About George Roffi
Lived 1924 – 1973 (aged 48–49). George Roffi was a British association football player and association football coach.
Guido Tomaso Angelo Roffi (6 March 1924 – 27 February 1973) was a Welsh professional footballer. An inside-forward, he joined Newport County in 1947 from Tynte Rovers. He went on to make 112 Football League appearances for Newport, scoring 27 goals between 1947 and 1951.
In 1950, Roffi scored four goals (all with his head) during a match in which Newport beat Aldershot 7–0.
Roffi was ineligible to represent Wales due to his Italian roots. His parents had previously traveled to Wales from Lombardy, Italy.
Roffi died at the age of 48 after suffering with illness. To mark his passing, the 'Roffi Cup' was set up in his memory, a football tournament in which Cynon Valley junior schools compete.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Roffi?
Welsh footballer (1924-1973)
When was George Roffi born?
George Roffi was born on 6 March 1924.
When did George Roffi die?
George Roffi died in 1973.
What was George Roffi's occupation?
George Roffi was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was George Roffi?
George Roffi was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Roffi. https://biography.guide/george-roffi/
MLA: "George Roffi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-roffi/.
Chicago: "George Roffi." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-roffi/.
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