Robert Smith (born 15 December 1912 or 1913,[1] date of death unknown) was an English football player and manager born in Atherton, near Wigan, Lancashire. After early trials with Bolton Wanderers he played three seasons, from 1931 to 1934 with Bolton before leaving to join Huddersfield Town.[2] He managed Dutch club Ajax between 1947 and 1948.[3]

Personal life

Robert was born in Atherton, the son of Louisa Jane Cowburn and Joseph Smith.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b "Robert Smith". Archief Amsterdam. Retrieved 19 March 2020.
  2. ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. Nottingham: SoccerData (Tony Brown). p. 244. ISBN 978-1-899468-67-6.
  3. ^ Robert Smith at WorldFootball.net


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