About Reg Parker
Lived 1921 – 1997 (aged 75–76). Reg Parker was a British association football player.
Reginald Ernest Arundel Parker (10 June 1921 – 1997) was a Welsh professional footballer.
Career A centre-forward, Parker began his career at Cardiff City, playing for the side in wartime fixtures. Parker later went on to serve in World War II before returning to Ninian Park on his return, where he was unable to force his way past Stan Richards and made just two appearances at the end of the 1947–48 season.
In August 1948, he joined Newport County in exchange for Bryn Allen, going on to make 201 appearances for the side between 1948 and 1954, scoring 99 goals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Reg Parker?
Welsh footballer (1921-1997)
When was Reg Parker born?
Reg Parker was born on 10 June 1921 in Llantrisant.
When did Reg Parker die?
Reg Parker died in 1997.
What was Reg Parker's occupation?
Reg Parker was an association football player.
What nationality was Reg Parker?
Reg Parker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Reg Parker (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Reg Parker. https://biography.guide/reg-parker/
MLA: "Reg Parker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/reg-parker/.
Chicago: "Reg Parker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/reg-parker/.
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