Bert Whalley

Bert Whalley

Herbert "Bert" Whalley (6 August 1912 - 6 February 1958) was a professional footballer for Manchester United from 1935 till 1946, later serving as coach for the club. He died in the 1958 Munich air disaster, aged 44.

Bert was born in Ashton under Lyne, Lancashire, he first played for Stalybridge Celtic before making his debut for Manchester United in 1935 as a left half (midfield), the war years prevented him from playing more than the 35 times he did for them. He was made first team coach when Matt Busby was made manager. Bill Foulkes pays a glowing tribute to him in his autobiography.Fact|date=April 2008


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