Jim Leighton

Jim Leighton (born 24 July, 1958) is a former football goalkeeper. Among the clubs he played for are Aberdeen (twice), Manchester United and Hibernian. He also won 91 international caps for Scotland, a number surpassed only by Kenny Dalglish.

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24 July - 1958 - Football - Goalkeeper - Aberdeen - Manchester United - Hibernian - Scotland - Kenny Dalglish

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It was during his initial spell at Aberdeen where Leighton achieved his greatest success, under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson in the early to mid 1980s.

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In 1988, Leighton followed Ferguson to Manchester United. His first season at Old Trafford was realitively successful although his second season was marked by a loss of form and confidence. This culminated in his being dropped in favour of Les Sealey for the FA Cup final replay against Crystal Palace in 1990. Sealey retained the position of first choice goalkeeper for the following season and Leighton faded from view, eventually returning to Scottish football with Dundee F.C. after loan spells with Arsenal and Sheffield United.

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1988 - Old Trafford - Les Sealey - FA Cup - Crystal Palace - 1990 - Dundee F.C. - Arsenal - Sheffield United

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Leighton is a member of the Scotland Football Hall of Fame and was a squad member for the 1982 World Cup but played every game for his country at the 1986, 1990 and 1998 World Cup's. Leighton is currently back with Aberdeen as the club's goalkeeping coach.

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Scotland Football Hall of Fame - 1982 World Cup - 1986 - 1990 - 1998 - Aberdeen

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