27.9.17

Bob Crompton - England

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Right back Bob Crompton  played 41 matches for England (1902-14) , he was captain in 22 of these games. The previous appearance record was 23 (Steve Bloomer), and Crompton's record stood from 1909-1952.
He also represented The Football League 17 times
In 1907 the imperious looking Crompton was measured at 5' 10½" and  13st. 10lbs.(1.79m, 87kg).
He was a British Home Championship winner in 1903-04, 1908-09, 1910-11 & 1912-13.

Here is a breakdown of his record:

Overall
P
W
D
L
41
27
8
6

vs. Wales
P
W
D
L
12
9
3
0

vs. Ireland
P
W
D
L
10
8
0
2

vs. Scotland
P
W
D
L
12
3
5
4

vs. Austria
P
W
D
L
3
3
0
0

vs. Hungary
P
W
D
L
3
3
0
0

vs. Bohemia
P
W
D
L
1
1
0
0