James Oswald (3 January 1868 – 26 February 1948) was a Scottish footballer, who played as a centre forward in the 1891 FA Cup Final for Notts County (scoring their goal in a 3-1 defeat) as well as making three appearances for Scotland (scoring once) between 1894 and 1896.
During his career he also played for Third Lanark, St Bernard's, Rangers (1895–1899), Raith Rovers and Morton.
He also represented the Scottish League XI three times.