[2] He began his senior career at Raith Rovers,[3] before moving south of the border in March 1934 to join compatriot Sandy MacFarlane's Blackpool.

He made his debut at Lincoln City on 17 February 1934 and became almost an ever-present, remaining at the club for fourteen years and notching up 243 league appearances for the Tangerines.

Wallace's argument was over contractual terms, and he eventually joined Derby County for a nominal £500 fee in February 1948.

[5] The Rams had a goalkeeping crisis, and Wallace, who was not cup-tied, played in the FA Cup sixth round and semi-finals.

[3] His son, Jock Wallace Jr., also played as a goalkeeper and managed Rangers, Leicester City and Sevilla.