Brentford mourns the passing of former captain Bobby Ross
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Brentford Football Club announced the death of former captain Bobby Ross at age 84. Ross began his career at Hearts before moving to Shrewsbury Town in 1963. He joined Brentford in 1966, making 323 appearances and scoring 56 goals, including a pivotal penalty that secured promotion to the Third Division in 1972. After leaving Brentford, he had a successful spell at Cambridge United and contributed significantly to Queens Park Rangers’ Academy. The club expressed deep condolences to Ross's family and friends during this difficult time.
- •Bobby Ross passed away at the age of 84.
- •He played six years for Brentford, making 323 appearances.
- •Ross scored a decisive promotion penalty in 1972.
- •He later succeeded at Cambridge United and QPR's Academy.
- •Brentford honors Ross's legacy with condolences to his family.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Bobby Ross 1942-2026
"All at Brentford are deeply saddened by the passing of our former captain Bobby Ross, aged 84.Ross began his career in his home city of Edinburgh, spending three years with Hearts before joining Shrew...
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