West Bromwich Albion v Aston Villa, 09 October 1897
| Score | 1-1 |
| Competition | League Division One |
| Venue | Stoney Lane, West Bromwich |
| Attendance | 12,244 |
View West Bromwich Albion v Aston Villa head to head
William George made his debut after moving from Trowbridge Town this month.
Goals:
| Albert Sharp |
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Starting lineup:
Billy George
Goalkeeper
Albert Sharp
Right back
Jimmy Cowan
Defender
Albert Evans
Full back
George Frank Burton
Wing half
Bob Chatt
Wing half
John Devey
Wing half
Charlie Athersmith
Outside right
John Sharp
Outside right
Fred Wheldon
Forward
John Cowan
Winger