Reg Birkett
English association and rugby union footballer (1849-1898) · Athletes · Died at 49
Reginald Halsey Birkett was an English footballer who played for Clapham Rovers, as well as the England national side. He also played international rugby union for England in 1871, in the first international rugby match. In this match he scored England's first try.
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A typical day, 30 days to 23 June 2026
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Shontayne Hape Also at England men’s national rugby union team
Reggie Schwarz Also at England men’s national rugby union team- Henry Wace Also at Clapham Rovers F.C.
A. N. Hornby Also at England men’s national rugby union team- Paul Ackford Also at England men’s national rugby union team
- Francis Sparks Also at Clapham Rovers F.C.
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Career 3
ClubYears
England1879
England men’s1871-1877
Clapham Rovers F.C.
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Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1849 to 1898 · aged 49