George Latham (footballer)
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- For the Virginia congressman, see George R. Latham.
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| Position(s) | Half-Back | ||
George Latham (born Newtown, Montgomeryshire, January 1, 1881 - died July 9, 1939) was a Welsh professional footballer and coach. He coached Cardiff City during its greatest period of success between 1911 and 1936. The team won the FA Cup in 1927, and only missed out on the League Championship by goal difference. As a player, he appeared for Wrexham, Liverpool, Southport and Cardiff City, and played 12 times for Wales.
He also managed the British team at the 1924 Olympic Games.
Newtown A.F.C.'s stadium, Latham Park is named after him.
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