George Boote (1878 – 1930) was an English

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goalkeeper who played in the

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for

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and Stoke.

Career

Boote played one match for Stoke; his one appearance came in a 1–1 draw with Nottingham Forest in October 1901. He then played for local amateur sides Halmerend Rovers and Silverdale Town before joining

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's deputy in November 1905. His debut came in a 2–1 defeat to

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at the Athletic Ground on 27 January 1906. He only played a further two games before being released at the end of the season. He then moved on to Knutton Rovers.

Career statistics

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Boote, George Footballers from Stoke-on-Trent English men's footballers Men's association football goalkeepers Stoke City F.C. players Port Vale F.C. players English Football League players 1878 births 1930 deaths