Carlton Cole
π₯ TrendingCarlton Cole is a celebrated British Association football coach, born in 1983, known for their distinctive work in the field.
English footballer (born 1983)
"Carlton Cole's most defining period was undoubtedly his time at West Ham United, where he became a fan favourite across two spells." β About Carlton Cole
| Metric | Carlton Cole | Avg Association football coach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 42 | 56 | -14 yrs |
| Height | 191cm (6'3") | 174cm | +17cm |
| Career length | 24 yrs | ~35 yrs | -11 yrs |
| Based on 470 Association football coach profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Carlton Cole
Did you know that despite making seven appearances for the senior England squad, he scored only one international goal, which came in a 2011 friendly against Ghana?
- Carlton Cole won the FA Youth Cup with Chelsea in 2001, scoring in the final against Arsenal.
- He was eligible to represent Nigeria internationally through his parents but chose to play for England.
- After leaving West Ham, he had playing stints in Scotland (Celtic), the USA (Sacramento Republic), and Indonesia (Persib Bandung).
- His first Premier League goal came against Everton in his second ever appearance for Chelsea in 2002.
- He returned to West Ham United in 2018 to take up a coaching role within the club's academy system.
Carlton Cole's most defining period was undoubtedly his time at West Ham United, where he became a fan favourite across two spells. He made over 200 appearances for the Hammers, scoring crucial goals and playing a key role in their promotion back to the Premier League in 2012. His powerful attacking play and dedication endeared him to the Upton Park faithful.
Carlton Cole is widely remembered as a strong, dedicated striker, particularly celebrated for his significant contributions and fan-favourite status during his extensive tenure at West Ham United, cementing his place as a club legend.