George Gibson (footballer, born 1912)

George Eardley Gibson (29 August 1912 – 30 December 1990) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside left.

Gibson was an early pioneer of British overseas footballers, playing in the French Ligue 1 in the inter-war years.

Gibson eventually went on to play football in four countries, including his native England.

Born in Biddulph, Staffordshire, Gibson began his career with Kidderminster Harriers[1] before being released and joining Frickley Colliery who gave him the opportunity to play regularly in the Midland League.

[4] Towards the end of his career Gibson joined Workington, where he also represented the cricket club as a fast bowler and batsman and briefly returned to the Football League with Bradford City where he made three league appearances.