John Roberts

John Roberts (4 April 1906 – 31 October 1965) was a Welsh international forward who played club rugby for Cambridge University, London Welsh RFC and Cardiff RFC. He won 13 caps for Wales and was also selected to play for invitational touring club the Barbarians.

Personal history Roberts was born in Toxteth, Liverpool in 1906.

The 1928 Five Nations Championship was no better for Wales, and Roberts played in all four games; loses to England, Ireland and France, and a win over Scotland. In the Scotland match, played at Murrayfield, Roberts scored one of three Welsh tries, in a 13–0 victory. The following year Wales fared better, finishing second in the 1929 Championship. Wales started poorly with another lose to England, but in a home match against Scotland, Wales recorded a win. Roberts was on the score-sheet twice with two tries that helped secure the result. This was followed by a win over France a draw away to Ireland. The Ireland game was Roberts last for his country.

Outside the international game, Roberts' club career was dominated by his time representing Cardiff. He played 101 matches for the club and spent a span of eight seasons playing for the team. He also represented London Welsh RFC and on two occasions he played for invitational touring side the Barbarians.

International matches played Wales 1927, 1928, 1929 1927, 1928, 1929 1927, 1928, 1929 New South Wales 1927 1927, 1928, 1929