George Waller
English footballer and county cricketer
About George Waller
Lived 1864 – 1937 (aged 73). George Waller was a British association football player and cricketer.
Football career
Playing career Having started his playing career with his local church, Waller was signed by Sheffield's leading side The Wednesday in 1885. He played regularly, spending five years with the club, culminating in an appearance in the 1890 FA Cup final. He took four wickets with his right arm medium pace at 17.50, and he scored seventeen runs at 4.25, with a best innings score of 13.
Personal life Waller ran a sports shop near Bramall Lane in his later years and died in Sheffield in December 1937.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Waller?
English footballer and county cricketer (1864-1937)
When was George Waller born?
George Waller was born on 3 December 1864 in Pitsmoor.
When did George Waller die?
George Waller died on 10 December 1937 in Sheffield.
What was George Waller's occupation?
George Waller was an association football player and cricketer.
What nationality was George Waller?
George Waller was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Waller (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Waller. https://biography.guide/george-waller/
MLA: "George Waller." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-waller/.
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