About Reg Newton
Lived 1926 – 1976 (aged 50). Reg Newton was a British association football player.
Brentford Newton moved across London to sign for Second Division club Brentford in July 1949, Newton was a second-choice goalkeeper behind Alf Jefferies, Ted Gaskell and Gerry Cakebread for much of his time at Griffin Park, Newton left the club in February 1957, having made 87 appearances in just under eight years with Brentford. Newton ended his career with spells at Southern League clubs Yiewsley and Chelmsford City. While at Aldershot he was friends with Frank Swift, Denis Compton, Bill Shankly and Matt Busby. He died in November 1976, at the age of 50.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Reg Newton?
English footballer (1926-1976)
When was Reg Newton born?
Reg Newton was born on 30 June 1926 in Limehouse.
When did Reg Newton die?
Reg Newton died on 21 November 1976 in Beaconsfield.
What was Reg Newton's occupation?
Reg Newton was an association football player.
What nationality was Reg Newton?
Reg Newton was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Reg Newton. https://biography.guide/reg-newton/
MLA: "Reg Newton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/reg-newton/.
Chicago: "Reg Newton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/reg-newton/.
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