Robert James Wilson ( 1878 – 6 February 1916) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s. He played at representative level for England and Lancashire, and at club level for Broughton Rangers.

Background

Bob Wilson was born in Carnforth, Lancashire. He died in February 1916, aged 38.

Robert Wilson (rugby league)

Playing career

Club career

Wilson was the top try scorer in the 1901–02 season.

Robert Wilson (rugby league)

Representative honours

Wilson won a cap for England while at Broughton Rangers in 1905 against Other Nationalities. Wilson also won caps for Lancashire while at Broughton Rangers.

Robert Wilson (rugby league)

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1870s births

1916 deaths

Broughton Rangers captains

Broughton Rangers players

England national rugby league team players

English rugby league players

Lancashire rugby league team players

People from Carnforth

Rugby league players from Lancashire