History
The club was founded in 1912 by Percy Clifford and former members of the British Club. However, the team was disbanded in 1916 as a result of World War One since most of the players were British and returned to Europe to fight the war. [1]
| Full name | Rovers Football Club Mexico |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1912 |
| Dissolved | 1916 |
| Ground | British Club, Mexico City |
| League | Defunct |
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The club was founded in 1912 by Percy Clifford and former members of the British Club. However, the team was disbanded in 1916 as a result of World War One since most of the players were British and returned to Europe to fight the war. [1]
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