Jim Taylor
English footballer
About Jim Taylor
Lived 1917 – 2001 (aged 83). Jim Taylor was a British association football player, screenwriter and association football coach.
James Guy Taylor (5 November 1917 – 6 March 2001) was an England international footballer born in Hillingdon, Middlesex. He played at centre half.
During his career, he played for Fulham in 261 league matches between 1938 and 1953 and spent two seasons at Queens Park Rangers, for whom he appeared on 41 occasions. He then moved into non-league football as player–manager of Tunbridge Wells United from 1954 to 1958 before moving to Yiewsley until March 1959. He also played twice for the England national football team, and was part of England's team for the 1950 FIFA World Cup, although he did not play in the tournament.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Taylor?
English footballer (1917-2001)
When was Jim Taylor born?
Jim Taylor was born on 5 November 1917 in Hillingdon.
When did Jim Taylor die?
Jim Taylor died on 6 March 2001 in Reading.
What was Jim Taylor's occupation?
Jim Taylor was an association football player, screenwriter and association football coach.
What nationality was Jim Taylor?
Jim Taylor was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Taylor (footballer, born 1917)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Taylor. https://biography.guide/jim-taylor-association-football-player-1917/
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