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Robert Earnshaw age & birthday

Robert Earnshaw is 45 years old, born on April 6, 1981 in Mufulira, United Kingdom. Robert Earnshaw is a former professional footballer from Wales who played as a forward.

Date of birth
April 6, 1981
Age
45 years
Birthplace
Mufulira, United Kingdom
Zodiac sign
Aries
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Biography

Who is Robert Earnshaw?

Early life and family background

Robert Earnshaw entered the world on April 6, 1981, in the Zambian mining town of Mufulira. He was one of five children born to Rita and her husband David Earnshaw. His family lived in Zambia during his early childhood years. At the age of five, the family relocated to Malawi where his father managed a coal mine. Robert attended St. Andrews School in Lilongwe. This required him to fly to school every Monday and return home on Fridays. He also attended Viphya School where he learned the Chewa language.

Cardiff City and professional football

While living in Wales, Robert joined the local youth team Llanbradach before playing for GE Wales. His goalscoring ability caught the eye of Cardiff City scouts. He signed a youth training contract with Cardiff City in 1997. He progressed through the youth development system, scoring over 47 goals in a single season. Robert made his professional debut in September 1997 against Millwall.

Later career and club moves

In August 2004, Robert left Cardiff City to join the Premier League club West Bromwich Albion. The transfer fee was substantial. Throughout his career, he played for several other English clubs including Norwich City, Derby County, and Nottingham Forest.

International football and records

Robert Earnshaw made his international debut for the Wales national team in 2002. Over his international career, he played 59 matches for his country. He scored 16 goals during these appearances, making him the eighth-highest goalscorer in the history of the Welsh national side at that time.

Physicality and personal history

Standing at 173 centimeters tall, Robert used his agility and positioning to excel as a forward. Growing up, he was a supporter of Manchester United. Aside from football, he showed talent in other athletic pursuits like gymnastics and basketball during his youth.

Birthday and age

Robert Earnshaw was born on April 6, 1981, which makes Robert 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Robert shares the date with 49 other famous people.

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Robert Earnshaw is 45 years old. He has had a long career playing professional football both in the United Kingdom and abroad. His experience spans several decades in the sport.

Robert Earnshaw was born on April 6, 1981, which makes his zodiac sign Aries. He was born in Mufulira, United Kingdom, and grew up to become a well-known British professional football player.

Robert was born in Mufulira, Zambia. He spent his early childhood there and in Malawi before moving to Bedwas, Wales, in 1991. He spent the majority of his professional career playing for clubs in the United Kingdom.

Robert is famous for being the only player to score a hat-trick in the Premier League, all three divisions of the English Football League, the League Cup, the FA Cup, and an international match. This unique scoring record distinguishes his professional career.

Robert Earnshaw stands 173 centimeters tall. His height and agility helped him find success as a forward throughout his time with various clubs. He used his physical positioning to secure many goals during his career.

Robert played for several well-known teams during his career, including Cardiff City, West Bromwich Albion, Norwich City, Derby County, and Nottingham Forest. He also played internationally for clubs like Maccabi Tel Aviv and Toronto FC. His professional path took him across England, Israel, Canada, and the United States.

Robert was born to parents Rita and David Earnshaw. He had four siblings named David, Sharon, Joanne, and Diane. His family had a history of sports, as his mother was a footballer and boxer, and his uncle Fidelis was a professional football player.

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