George Timmins was an English

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who played at

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. George Timmins signed for West Bromwich Albion in 1880, turning professional in August 1885. From August 1885 through to April 1888, the last three seasons before the Football League commenced George Timmins was part of three FA Cup Final teams 1885 – 1888. He obtained a Winner's medal in 1888 when the Albion defeated Preston North End 2–1 in the Final. George Timmins made his League debut on 8 September 1888, at wing-half for West Bromwich Albion in a 2–0 win against

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. He played all of the "Throstles" 22 Football League matches in season 1888-89 and was part of a midfield that achieved a big (three goals or more) League win on two separate occasions. (registration & fee required) A skilful and determined footballer, he was a hard, fearless man, who made certain players cringe in the tackle.

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1858 births Sportspeople from West Bromwich English footballers West Bromwich Albion F.C. players Old Hill Wanderers F.C. players Year of death missing Association football midfielders FA Cup Final players {{England-footy-midfielder-1850s-stub