Bob Wilson (footballer, born 1943)
English former professional footballer, born 1943
Robert John Wilson (23 May 1943 – October 2020) was an English professional footballer. He was born in Birmingham, England. He played for Aston Villa, Cardiff City and for Exeter City. His career lasted from 1961 to 1976.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Robert John Wilson | ||
Date of birth | 23 May 1943 | ||
Place of birth | Birmingham, England | ||
Date of death | 3 October 2020 | (aged 77)||
Place of death | Exeter, Devon, England | ||
Position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
Youth career | |||
1958–1961 | Aston Villa | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1961–1964 | Aston Villa | 9 | (0) |
1964–1970 | Cardiff City | 115 | (0) |
1969 | → Bristol City (loan) | 1 | (0) |
1970–1976 | Exeter City | 205 | (0) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only |
Wilson died in October 2020 at the age of 77.[1]