Located within the grounds of Hampden Park, the Scottish Football Hall of Fame is now a permanent feature in the Scottish Football Museum to honour players who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.
Those who have contributed significantly to the game’s reputation through their skill, spirit and determination are inducted into an ever-growing list of stars which began in November 2004.
The Hall of Fame has established itself as a ‘must-see’ for every football fan and anyone who retains an interest in the history of the game, with visitors able to watch footage of their favourite footballers and learn more about legends of the Scottish game.
The current criteria for induction is currently under review, but as of July 2023, there have been 122 inductees who are each honoured with a small plaque displaying the year in which they were inducted and anothe rplay showing their picture and describing their greatest achievements.
Rangers icon Brian Laudrup and Celtic hero Henrik Larsson became the first foreign players from outside Scotland to be inducted in 2006, while the pioneer of Scottish Women’s football, Rose Reilly joined the list the following year.
GlasgowWorld has listed 52 of the greatest stars of years gone by from the Hall of Fame who were born in and around the Glasgow area:
33. Craig Brown
Born: Corkerhill (1940-2023) - Played for Rangers as a youth but persistent knee problems cut short his playing career. Stepped into management roles with Clyde and as assistant to then Scotland boss Andy Roxburgh. Took charge of Scotland youth teams. The last man to take Scotland to a World Cup in 1998. Sadly passed away after a short illness last month. Photo: SNS Group
34. Robert Smyth McColl
Born: Glasgow (1876-1959) - A prolific goal scorer who was often commended for his excellent passing range. Started his career as an amateur with Queen’s Park. Turned professional in 1901 with Newcastle before moving to Rangers three years later. 13 international goals scored in 13 caps, including a hat-trick in a 4-1 win over England in the Rosebery international clash at Celtic Park. | Getty Images
35. Davie Cooper
Born: Hamilton (1956-1995) - One of Scotland’s most gifted left-sided players of the 1980s, Cooper earned hero status at Rangers and would later endear himself to Motherwell fans in the latter stages of his career. Won three League titles, four Scottish Cups and seven League Cups. Scored the winning penalty against Wales which took Scotland to the 1986 World Cup finals in Mexico. | Getty Images
36. Paddy Crerand
Born: Gorbals - A tenacious midfielder who signed for his boyhood heroes Celtic in 1957. Spent six seasons at Parkhead before Matt Busby brought him south to Manchester United. An influential figure alongside stars such as Denis Law and George Best. Won the European Cup in 1968 and amassed over 400 appearances, ensuring his place as an Old Trafford legend. | Getty Images