''for the Welsh football goalkeeper see David Robson (footballer, born 2002)'' David J. Robson (21 March 1873 – 1926) was a Scottish professional

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who played in the

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for

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and Wolverhampton Wanderers as a

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. He also played in the Southern League for Millwall Athletic,

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and

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1873 births 1926 deaths Footballers from Dumfries and Galloway Scottish men's footballers English Football League players Ayr F.C. players Brentford F.C. players Manchester City F.C. players Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. players Millwall F.C. players Southern Football League players Men's association football fullbacks Wellingborough Town F.C. players {{Scotland-footy-defender-1870s-stub