Swifts Football Club were a football team based in Slough, England.
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The club were founded c.1868 and played their home matches on a ground near The Dolphin public house, Slough. During the late 19th century the club produced several England players, most notable of which was Charles Bambridge who made 18 appearances for the national team.
The club had some success in the FA Cup, reaching the semi-finals in 1874, 1876 and 1886.
In 1890, Swifts merged with Slough Albion & Young Men's Friendly Society, to form a new club, Slough, who later became Slough Town.
England international players
The following eight players played for England whilst on the books of Swifts F.C. (with the number of caps received whilst registered with Swifts F.C.):
Scotland international players
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