James J. Thomson

James John Thomson (25 December 1851 – 23 July 1915) was a Scottish footballer who played in three international matches for Scotland.[1] Thomson appeared in the first official international football match, a goalless draw with England, and also took part in the fixture in the two subsequent years.[2] Like the majority of the earliest Scotland internationals, he played club football with Queen's Park, winning the inaugural edition of the Scottish Cup in 1874 as team captain,[3] before relocating to London on business shortly afterwards.[4]

James Thomson
Personal information
Full name James John Thomson
Date of birth 25 December 1851
Place of birth Annan, Scotland
Date of death 23 July 1915(1915-07-23) (aged 63)
Place of death London, England
Position(s) Half back
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1871–1874 Queen's Park
International career
1872–1874 Scotland 3 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

See also

References
  1. James J. Thomson at the Scottish Football Association
  2. (Scotland player) James Thomson, London Hearts Supporters Club
  3. Name: Thomson, James John, QPFC.com
  4. Mitchell, Andy (2021). The men who made Scotland: The definitive Who's Who of Scottish Football Internationalists 1872-1939. Amazon. ISBN 9798513846642.


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