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Paul Dobson
English footballer (Hartlepool United, Torquay United, Scarborough)
January 1, 1963 - July 2, 2026 (Age 63)
Source: Wikipedia public record
He was a prolific striker in the lower leagues during the 1980s and early 1990s, notably for Torquay United.
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He was a prolific striker in the lower leagues during the 1980s and early 1990s, notably for Torquay United. Paul Dobson died on July 2, 2026. This memorial record includes life dates, public details, and ways for family, friends, and readers to add memories.
- Died
- July 2, 2026
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- Public record (Wikipedia): Paul Dobson (footballer)
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- 1981He began his career as a junior with Newcastle United
He began his career as a junior with Newcastle United, but on failing to make the grade joined Hartlepool United on a free transfer in November 1981.
- 1983However, he returned in December 1983, signing from Horden Colliery...
However, he returned in December 1983, signing from Horden Colliery, and went on to play a further 80 league games, in which he scored 24 goals.
- 1986In July 1986 he moved to Torquay United on a free transfer and was...
In July 1986 he moved to Torquay United on a free transfer and was top scorer in his first season as Torquay struggled to remain in the league.
- 1988He left Plainmoor in August 1988
He left Plainmoor in August 1988, joining Doncaster Rovers for £20,000.
- 1990He scored 22 times in 61 games for Scarborough
He scored 22 times in 61 games for Scarborough, but was out of favour at the beginning of the 1990–91 season, joining first Halifax Town on loan in October 1990, with a further loan spell at Hereford United the following month.
- July 2, 2026Died
Paul Dobson died at age 63.
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He was a prolific striker in the lower leagues during the 1980s and early 1990s, notably for Torquay United.
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- Wikipedia · Paul Dobson (footballer)Jul 2, 2026
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