Walter Rushton was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Bolton Wanderers.
Early career Walter Rushton signed for Blackburn Rovers in 1885 for the 1885-1886 Season. The club had already won the Cup twice from 1883 to 1885 and became the last club to complete a FA Cup hat-trick (three in a row). Rushton did not play in the Final. It is unknown if he played in the earlier rounds. He left Blackburn in 1888 and joined Bolton Wanderers. (registration & fee required)
Walter Rushton did not make his League debut until season 2, 1889–1890. However, Rushton was selected by Wanderers to play outside-right in their 3 FA Cup ties in 1888–1889 season. In the first 2 ties against Hurst and West Manchester Rushton was part of a forward line unable to score. both matches ended 0-0. However, on 17-Nov-1888 Rushton and his team were well beaten by Irish club, Linfield Athletic. The final score was 4–0 to Linfield. (registration & fee required)
In October 1890, Walter played his only game for Ardwick in a 12-0 win in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup against Liverpool Stanley, scoring one of the goals.'Manchester City - The Complete Record' by Dr. Gary James ISBN 1859835120 Pg. 268/9
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