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
Jim Baxter won three Scottish league titles and six Scottish Cups with Rangers during the 1960s, and is best remembered for his virtuoso performance in Scotland's famous 1967 victory over reigning World Cup holders England at Wembley, during which he taunted the English players with keepy-uppies. Nicknamed "Slim Jim," his elegant left foot and casual brilliance made him one of the most naturally gifted Scottish players of his generation, despite a career shortened by well-documented lifestyle excesses.
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 | — |