About George Shaw
Lived 1899 – 1973 (aged 73). George Shaw was a British association football player.
George Edward Shaw (13 October 1899 – 10 March 1973) was an English professional footballer who played for Doncaster Rovers, Gillingham, Huddersfield Town, West Bromwich Albion, Stalybridge Celtic, Worcester City and Floriana.
Shaw played for Gillingham for two seasons before moving back home up north to Doncaster to play for his local club Doncaster Rovers.
In a season which saw Doncaster become runners up in the Midland League and win the Wharncliffe Charity Cup, Shaw scored 6 league goals, 5 of them penalties, plus one penalty in the cup rounds.
Floriana Malta League 1949–50 Maltese Cup: 1948–49, 1949–50 Cassar Cup: 1949–50
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Shaw?
English footballer (1899-1973)
When was George Shaw born?
George Shaw was born on 13 October 1899 in Swinton.
When did George Shaw die?
George Shaw died on 10 March 1973 in Doncaster.
What was George Shaw's occupation?
George Shaw was an association football player.
What nationality was George Shaw?
George Shaw was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Shaw (footballer, born 1899)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Shaw. https://biography.guide/george-shaw-association-football-player/
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