Robert Dawson (31 January 1935 – 1980) was an English footballer who played as a full back. Dawson started his career with non-league South Shields before joining Leeds United in 1953. After only making 1 first team appearance, Dawson moved to Gateshead in 1955, where he scored 1 goal in 121 league and cup games. Dawson also had a trial spell at Manchester City in 1951. Sources References 1935 births 1980 deaths Footballers from South Shields English footballers Association football defenders South Shields F.C. (1936) players Leeds United F.C. players Gateshead F.C. players English Football League players