About Robert Leckie
Lived 1846 – 1887 (aged 40). Robert Leckie was a British association football player.
Robert Leckie (19 October 1846 – February 1887) was a Scottish footballer and one of the founding members of Queen's Park Football Club.
Leckie played for Queen's Park from its formation in 1867 until his retirement from football in 1875, winning the inaugural Scottish Cup competition in 1874.
He also won a solitary cap for the Scotland national team, playing in the first ever international match against England on 30 November 1872, where he nearly won the game for Scotland in the dying moments after shooting the ball just over the line of tape used as the crossbar in a goalless draw.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Leckie?
Scottish footballer (1846-1887)
When was Robert Leckie born?
Robert Leckie was born on 19 October 1846 in Gqeberha.
When did Robert Leckie die?
Robert Leckie died on 1 February 1887 in Gqeberha.
What was Robert Leckie's occupation?
Robert Leckie was an association football player.
What nationality was Robert Leckie?
Robert Leckie was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Leckie (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Leckie. https://biography.guide/robert-leckie-association-football-player/
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