Garreth Roberts (born 15 November 1960) is an English retired professional

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who spent his whole career with hometown club

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, including captaining them to two promotions.

Education

Roberts was educated at

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Career

Roberts made his debut against

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in March 1979, coming on as a substitute for the injured Alan Warboys. He was made Captain of the team in his early twenties. He played primarily in

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, although in the later stages of his career he was also deployed in defence as a full-back or sweeper. Roberts was forced to retire from professional football at the age of 31 due to injuries. His testimonial match saw Hull-born

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make his debut for

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and score two goals against his hometown club. Roberts was voted 17th in a list of the top 100 Hull City players compiled for the club's centenary. On 31 December 2021, Roberts was inducted into the Hull City

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Roberts, Garreth 1960 births Living people Footballers from Kingston upon Hull English men's footballers Hull City A.F.C. players Men's association football utility players People educated at Wolfreton School Men's association football midfielders

Education

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