Robert Paton
British association football player
About Robert Paton
Lived 1854 – 1905 (aged 50–51). Robert Paton was a British association football player and association football coach.
Robert Paton (c. 1854 – 17 February 1905) was a Scottish footballer who played as a forward.
Career Born in Bonhill, Paton played club football for Vale of Leven, and made two appearances for Scotland in 1879. He was a founder member of Vale of Leven
Personal life Some publications assert that Daniel Paton, also an international from the same neighbourhood, was his brother,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Paton?
British association football player (1854-1905)
When was Robert Paton born?
Robert Paton was born in 1854 in Bonhill.
When did Robert Paton die?
Robert Paton died on 17 February 1905 in Bonhill.
What was Robert Paton's occupation?
Robert Paton was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Robert Paton?
Robert Paton was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Paton (footballer)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Paton. https://biography.guide/robert-paton-association-football-player/
MLA: "Robert Paton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-paton-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Robert Paton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-paton-association-football-player/.
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