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.
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 |
