About Walter Boyes
Lived 1913 – 1960 (aged 47). Walter Boyes was a British association football player.
Biography Boyes was born in Upperthorpe, Sheffield. He scored in the 4–2 1935 FA Cup Final defeat to Sheffield Wednesday, the club he supported as a boy.
During the Second World War, he appeared as a guest player for Aldershot, Brentford, Clapton Orient, Leeds United, Manchester United, Middlesbrough, Millwall, Newcastle United, Preston North End and Sunderland.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Boyes?
English footballer (1913-1960)
When was Walter Boyes born?
Walter Boyes was born on 5 January 1913 in Killamarsh.
When did Walter Boyes die?
Walter Boyes died on 16 September 1960 in Sheffield.
What was Walter Boyes's occupation?
Walter Boyes was an association football player.
What nationality was Walter Boyes?
Walter Boyes was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Boyes. https://biography.guide/walter-boyes/
MLA: "Walter Boyes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-boyes/.
Chicago: "Walter Boyes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/walter-boyes/.
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