Sir Walter Winterbottom (born January 31, 1913 in Oldham, England, died February 16, 2002) was England football manager from 1946–1962. He was the first man to be given the job.

He played for local teams and then joined Manchester United F.C., playing his first game in 1936. He appeared in a further 26 first team games before a spinal ailment curtailed his career.

Winterbottom was appointed national director of coaching in 1946 and manager in May 1947. His first game was a 7-2 victory over Northern Ireland in September 1946. He managed the team (and arranged travel, accommodation and meals) through four World Cup competitions. He was succeeded by Alf Ramsey.

He was created an OBE in 1963 and a CBE in 1972, and was awarded a knighthood in 1978.

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Preceded by – (New Position)

England national football team manager

Succeeded by Sir Alf Ramsey