James Tavernier
Awards & Honours
7
Awards Won
2
Honours
3
Records
Tavernier's career is a testament to consistency and excellence from the defensive line. His induction into the Rangers Hall of Fame in 2023 cements his legacy as one of the club's greatest ever players. The fact that he became the highest-scoring defender in British professional football history is a unique achievement that sets him apart from his peers. His leadership in guiding Rangers back to the summit of Scottish football after a nine-year drought is particularly noteworthy.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Rangers Hall of Fame
Inducted for outstanding contributions to the club's history and success.
PFA Scotland Players' Player of the Year
Voted as the best player in Scottish football by fellow professionals.
Records & Feats
Highest-scoring right-back in football history
Scored 152 career goals, surpassing all other players in the position globally.
Highest-scoring defender in British professional football history
Surpassed all other defenders in British football for total career goals by March 2024.
First player to score a hat-trick in a Scottish Cup final since 1937
Achieved this feat in the 2017 final against Aberdeen.