James Roberts (footballer, born 1878)

James Roberts (born 1878) was a Welsh footballer who played at both professional and international levels.

James Roberts
Personal information
Date of birth 1878
Place of birth Wales
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1905–1908 Bradford City 24 (0)
International career
1906–1907 Wales 2 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Career

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Roberts played for Bradford City between 1905 and 1908, making 24 appearances in the English Football League; he was also Bradford's first international player.[1]

Roberts earned international caps for Wales, earning two caps in 1906 and 1907.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Frost, Terry (1988). Bradford City: A Complete Record 1903-1988. Breedon Books Sport. ISBN 0-907969-38-0.
  2. ^ EU-Football profile