The 1885–86 season was the fourth season in which Bolton Wanderers competed in a senior competitive football competition. The club entered the FA Cup in October 1885, but were knocked out in the third round by Preston North End and subsequently disqualified for professionalism.
1885–86 season | ||
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Secretary | John Bentley | |
FA Cup | Third round | |
Top goalscorer | League: All: Fallon | |
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F.A. Cup
editDate | Round | Opponents | H / A | Result
F – A |
Scorers |
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10 October 1885 | Round 1 | Eagley | H | 6 – 0 | Gregory, Fallon (2), Hough, Bullough, Own goal |
21 November 1885 | Round 2 | Rawtenstall | A | 3 – 3[1] | |
12 December 1885 | Round 3 | Preston North End | H | 2 – 3[2] | Davenport, Struthers |