Robert Cunning facts for kids
Robert 'Bobby' Robertson Innes Cunning was a talented footballer from Scotland. He was born in Dunfermline on February 12, 1930. Bobby played as a striker, which means he was one of the main players who tried to score goals. He played for several famous teams like Sunderland, Hamilton, and the Rangers.
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Bobby's Football Journey
Bobby Cunning started his professional football career in the early 1950s. He played for a few different clubs in Scotland and England.
Early Career at Sunderland and Hamilton
In 1951, Bobby was part of the team at Sunderland. He played as an "outside left" player. This position is usually on the wing, helping to create scoring chances.
After his time at Sunderland, Bobby moved to Hamilton. He played for Hamilton in 1952 and 1953. During the 1953-1954 season, he played 19 games for the team. He also scored 2 goals during this time.
Joining the Rangers
In 1954, Bobby Cunning joined one of Scotland's biggest clubs, the Rangers. He signed with them for £2,500. This was a significant amount of money for a player at that time.
His very first game for the Rangers was on September 9, 1954. He was 24 years old at the time. This match was against a team called Clyde in a competition called the Glasgow Cup. Bobby played a total of seven games for the Rangers.
End of His Career
Sadly, Bobby Cunning's football career ended early. He developed problems with his vision. These issues made it impossible for him to continue playing professional football.
Bobby Cunning passed away on January 24, 1983, in Dunoon, Scotland. He was 52 years old.
