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Robert W. Gardner

Scottish footballer (1847-1887) · Footballers · Died at 39

Robert Gardner was an important figure in Scottish football history. He was a match arranger, goalkeeper and team captain for Queen's Park during the 1860s until 1873. A letter of his, dated 1868, is the oldest surviving letter pertaining to association football.

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Queen's Park F.C.1872-1874
Scotland1872-18785

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He was also the first goalkeeper to captain an international side.

Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1847 to 1887 · aged 39

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