History of George Baldock in Timeline
George Henry Ivor Baldock is a professional footballer known for his role as a right-back or right wing-back. Though born in England, he holds Greek nationality through his grandmother's Greek ancestry. This dual heritage allowed him to represent the Greece national team in international football competitions, showcasing his skills on a global stage.
March 1993: George Baldock's Birth
George Baldock was born in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, on 9 March 1993. He began his journey into football with Milton Keynes Dons' academy team, following in the footsteps of his older brother Sam Baldock, who also played for the club.
March 1993: George Baldock's Birth and Greek Heritage
George Henry Ivor Baldock was born in March 1993 in England. He inherited Greek nationality due to his grandmother's ancestry, which later enabled him to represent the Greece national team in international competitions.
May 2010: George Baldock's First-Team Debut
In May 2010, George Baldock made his first-team debut for Milton Keynes Dons in a League One match against Brighton & Hove Albion. He came on as a substitute in the 81st minute, and the match ended in a 0-0 draw.
October 2011: Loan to Northampton Town
In October 2011, George Baldock joined Northampton Town on a loan that lasted for a month, marking the beginning of his experience with other clubs.
March 2012: Loan to Tamworth
In March 2012, George Baldock was loaned to Tamworth, where he played his debut match in a 1-1 draw against Gateshead. He completed the full match during his loan spell.
May 2012: Loan to ÍBV and Debut
On 3 May 2012, George Baldock was loaned to Icelandic club ÍBV for a month. He debuted for ÍBV three days later in their season opener, a 2-1 defeat to Selfoss.
June 2012: First Goal for ÍBV and Extended Loan
George Baldock scored his first goal for ÍBV in June 2012 during a 3-1 win over Grindavík. His loan with the club was extended, allowing him to participate in the Europa League qualifying campaign.
July 2012: European Competition Debut
Despite receiving a one-match suspension for accumulating yellow cards, George Baldock made his European competition debut in July 2012 during a match against St Patrick's Athletic in the Europa League first qualifying round.
August 2012: Extended Loan with ÍBV
In August 2012, ÍBV announced the extension of George Baldock's loan until the end of the month, allowing him to continue contributing to the team.
December 2012: Scoring for Tamworth in FA Trophy
George Baldock scored twice for Tamworth in December 2012, helping his team secure a 4-2 victory against Corby Town in the FA Trophy second-round replay.
2014: Participation in 2014-15 Season
Throughout the 2014–15 season, George Baldock featured several times for Milton Keynes Dons, contributing to the team's performance.
February 2015: Loan to Oxford United
George Baldock signed a loan deal with Oxford United in February 2015. He played 12 games for the club, including scoring a late equaliser in a draw against Morecambe.
June 2015: Season-Long Loan to Oxford United
In June 2015, George Baldock returned to Oxford United on a season-long loan, where he became an integral part of the team.
August 2015: Memorable Victory over Manchester United
In August 2015, George Baldock was part of the Milton Keynes Dons team that achieved a memorable 4-0 victory over Manchester United in the League Cup second round.
2015: PFA Team of the Year Nomination
George Baldock was named in the 2015–16 League 2 PFA Team of the Year for his impressive performances with Oxford United during his loan spell.
January 2016: Recall to Milton Keynes Dons
George Baldock was recalled to Milton Keynes Dons in January 2016 after impressing during his loan spell.
May 2016: Young Player of the Year Award
In May 2016, George Baldock was named Milton Keynes Dons' Young Player of the Year for the 2015/16 season, recognizing his contributions to the team.
July 2016: Contract Extension with Milton Keynes Dons
George Baldock signed a contract extension with Milton Keynes Dons in July 2016, securing his stay until the summer of 2018.
November 2016: 100th Appearance for Milton Keynes Dons
In November 2016, George Baldock made his 100th appearance for Milton Keynes Dons during a 2-1 win against Coventry City.
June 2017: Transfer to Sheffield United
George Baldock transferred to Sheffield United in June 2017, reuniting with former manager Chris Wilder, and signed a three-year deal with the newly promoted Championship club.
2018: End of Contract with Milton Keynes Dons
George Baldock's contract with Milton Keynes Dons was set to last until the summer of 2018 following his July 2016 extension.
April 2019: Promotion to the Premier League
In April 2019, George Baldock was part of the Sheffield United team that secured promotion to the Premier League after a 12-year absence.
August 2019: New Contract with Sheffield United
George Baldock signed a new three-year contract with Sheffield United in August 2019, reinforcing his commitment to the club.
December 2020: Four-Year Contract Extension
George Baldock extended his contract with Sheffield United in December 2020, ensuring his stay at the club until 2024.
May 2022: First Call-Up to Greece National Team
In May 2022, George Baldock was called up to the Greece national team for the first time by head coach Gus Poyet, ahead of their UEFA Nations League fixtures.
June 2022: International Debut for Greece
George Baldock made his debut for the Greece national team on 2 June 2022, contributing to a 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland in Belfast during the UEFA Nations League.
2023: Final Season with Sheffield United
The 2023–24 season marked George Baldock's final season with Sheffield United, as his contract was set to expire at the end of the season.
May 2024: Departure Announcement from Sheffield United
In May 2024, it was announced that George Baldock would leave Sheffield United once his contract expired at the end of the 2023–24 season.
May 2024: Signing with Panathinaikos
On 29 May 2024, George Baldock signed a three-year contract with Greek side Panathinaikos, marking a new chapter in his football career.
October 2024: George Baldock's Death
George Baldock passed away on 9 October 2024 at the age of 31. He was found dead in the pool of his home in Glyfada, Athens. The cause of his death remains unknown.