George Waller (footballer)
George Waller (3 December 1864 – 11 December 1937) was an English footballer and first-class cricketer. Born in Pitsmoor, Sheffield Waller played for both The Wednesday (with whom he played in the 1890 FA Cup final) and Sheffield United in his home town, as well as a spell with Middlesbrough. He was appointed as first team trainer at Sheffield United in 1894, helping the team to one championship and four FA Cup victories in a 36-year tenure. Waller also played cricket for Sheffield United Cricket Club and a number of matches for Yorkshire. 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. This was to prove his last game for the club and, with his contract expired, he intended to sign for newly formed Sheffield United. Issues with the paperwork and his registration, however, meant that the deal fell through and instead he joined Middlesbrough where he played for a further two seasons. Waller finally joined United in August 1892, signed as captain of the reserves;