About Charlie Wallace
Lived 1885 – 1970 (aged 85). Charlie Wallace was a British association football player.
Charles William Wallace (20 January 1885 – 7 January 1970) was an English footballer who played for Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Oldham Athletic.
Playing career Wallace was born in Sunderland and played for local club Southwick before signing with Crystal Palace for the club's inaugural season of 1905–06.
Wallace made 314 League appearances for Aston Villa over 14 years but only 9 competitive seasons due to sport being interrupted by the outbreak of World War I. A penalty kick miss would not occur again in an FA Cup Final until 1988, when Liverpool player John Aldridge had his penalty saved by Wimbledon goalkeeper Dave Beasant.
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Who was Charlie Wallace?
English footballer (1885-1970)
When was Charlie Wallace born?
Charlie Wallace was born on 20 January 1885 in Sunderland.
When did Charlie Wallace die?
Charlie Wallace died on 26 January 1970.
What was Charlie Wallace's occupation?
Charlie Wallace was an association football player.
What nationality was Charlie Wallace?
Charlie Wallace was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charlie Wallace. https://biography.guide/charlie-wallace/
MLA: "Charlie Wallace." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charlie-wallace/.
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