Scottish footballer widely regarded as one of Scotland's greatest ever players, known for his exceptional passing ability and ball control as a left-half midfie
Football at the highest level rewards technical mastery, physical conditioning and the mental fortitude to perform consistently across a long and unrelenting career. Career highlights included Scottish League 3x, Scottish Cup 6x, 34 Scotland caps. The dedication required to reach elite level in football and sustain that performance over many seasons is rarely appreciated, yet Jim's career record speaks precisely to that kind of exceptional commitment. Few athletes in football have combined consistency and peak performance as effectively, and across such an extended period, as Jim managed throughout his career. The standard Jim Baxter set across his career in football reflects the level of preparation, tactical intelligence and competitive focus that consistently separates the truly elite from the rest of the field. The dedication required to perform consistently in football at international level defined every aspect of Jim Baxter's approach to the sport.
Legendary performance against England at Wembley in 1963
He juggled the ball in front of England fans after Scotland beat the World Champions 3-2 at Wembley in 1967 — the most famous act of sporting cheek in Scottish football history.
Did You Know?How They Played
Elegant left-footed playmaker with exceptional passing ability and ball control
Lasting Impact
Considered one of Scotland's greatest ever players and a Rangers legend
Career Honours
- Scottish League 3x
- Scottish Cup 6x
- 34 Scotland caps
- Scottish League 1961
- Scottish League 1963
- Scottish League 1964
- Scottish Cup 1962
- Scottish Cup 1963
- Scottish Cup 1964
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raith Rovers | 1957–1960 | — | 30 | #6 |
| Rangers | 1960–1965 | 254 | 24 | — |
| Sunderland | 1965–1967 | 98 | 12 | — |
| Nottingham Forest | 1967–1969 | 50 | 3 | — |
 Scotland | — | 34 | 3 | — |