Bobby Robson was born on 18 February 1933 in Sacriston, County Durham, the fourth of five sons of Philip and Lilian Robson (née Watt). When he was a few months old, … See more

Early club management
In 1959, the then England manager and the Football Association (FA) director of coaching, Walter Winterbottom, suggested to Robson that he take a coaching course at Lilleshall. He obtained coaching qualifications … See more

On 31 July 2009, Robson died of lung cancer at his home in Beamish, County Durham, aged 76, after a long battle with the disease. After the news of his death, leading figures from the world of football and politics paid tribute to him. Manchester United … See more

Club playing career
Although Robson had signed professionally, his father insisted he continue to work as an electrician. He spent the day working at the Festival of Britain site and trained three nights a week at Fulham. … See more

Robson was known for his man-management skills, his composed and demanding yet caring style as a coach, and for his ability to motivate his players and build positive … See more

Personal life
Robson met Elsie Gray on a trip back to his parents' home in Langley Park. Gray was a student nurse, … See more

Robson was awarded a number of honours for his contributions to football. In 1990, at the end of his eight-year reign as England manager, … See more