Robert Stephenson (footballer)
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 10 November 1875 | ||
| Position(s) | Forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| Talbot | |||
| 1895–1896 | Newton Heath | 1 | (1) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Robert Stephenson (born 10 November 1875[1]) was an English footballer. His regular position was as a forward.
He played for Talbot and Newton Heath. He scored on his debut in the Heathens' 3–0 victory against Rotherham Town on 11 January 1896.[2][3][1] An amateur inside forward, while still a student, he returned to amateur football after a most promising League debut.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Boujaoude, Charbel (2017). Manchester United Players' Careers. Nottingham: Lulu. ISBN 9781387049509.
- ^ "Robert Stephenson". MUFCInfo.com.
- ^ "Manchester United 3 v 0 Rotherham United, League Division Two Matchday 19, 11th January 1896, Season 1895-1896, Venue:Bank Street". MUFCInfo.com.
- ^ "R Stephenson". 11v11.com.
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