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Robert Blyth

1900 – 1956

Scottish footballer

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About Robert Blyth

Lived 1900 – 1956 (aged 55–56). Robert Blyth was a British association football player.

Robert Roberts Taylor Blyth (2 June 1900 – 1956) was a Scottish professional footballer in the 1920s.

Football career Blyth was born in Muirkirk Scotland – his father was the Portsmouth player Bob Blyth, who went on to manage Portsmouth from 1901 to 1904 and his cousins included Bill Shankly and Bob Shankly. before joining Southampton in January 1922. He again only made eight appearances for the "Saints", replacing Charlie Brown, before leaving the club for a brief football career in the United States.

In 1924, he signed with the Boston Soccer Club of the American Soccer League, but saw time in only two games.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1956, Southwark
Also known as
Robert Roberts Taylor Blyth

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Blyth?

Scottish footballer (1900-1956)

When was Robert Blyth born?

Robert Blyth was born on 2 June 1900 in Muirkirk.

When did Robert Blyth die?

Robert Blyth died in 1956 in Southwark.

What was Robert Blyth's occupation?

Robert Blyth was an association football player.

What nationality was Robert Blyth?

Robert Blyth was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Blyth

· Wikidata: Q7342183

· DBpedia: Robert Blyth (footballer)

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