Robert Robinson (23 June 1921 – 1975) was an English professional

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1921 births 1975 deaths Footballers from Ashington English men's footballers Men's association football goalkeepers Burnley F.C. players Sunderland A.F.C. players Newcastle United F.C. players English Football League players 20th-century English sportsmen {{England-footy-goalkeeper-1920s-stub