Eiður Guðjohnsen
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Eiður Guðjohnsen is one of the most recognized Iceland Athletes of the Generation X generation.
Icelandic footballer
Born
Years in career29 years active
September 15th, 1978
Birthplace
Reykjavík
Known for
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Nationality
Iceland
Height
187 cm (6'2") (tall)
Generation
Generation X
Career
29 years
Region
Other
How Eiður Guðjohnsen compares to other Athletes
🎂Same age as the average Athlete
📏11cm taller than the average Athlete
| Metric | Eiður Guðjohnsen | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 47 | 47 | same |
| Height | 187cm (6'2") | 176cm | +11cm |
| Career length | 29 yrs | ~35 yrs | -6 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Eiður Guðjohnsen
Did you know?
Did you know that Eiður Guðjohnsen and his father, Arnór, made history as the first father and son duo to play in the same international football match?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He famously replaced his father, Arnór Guðjohnsen, in an international match for Iceland against Estonia in 1996.
- He became the first Icelander to win the UEFA Champions League, doing so with Barcelona in the 2008-09 season.
- As a child, he served as a ball boy for his father's team, Anderlecht, often dreaming of playing professionally himself.
- He is Iceland's joint all-time leading goalscorer in international matches, with 26 goals.
- His illustrious career spanned over two decades, playing professionally in nine different countries, including China and India.
Career highlight
His most defining career moment came when he lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy with FC Barcelona in 2009. This achievement marked him as the first Icelander to win Europe's most prestigious club competition, solidifying his place among football's elite.
Legacy
Eiður Guðjohnsen's legacy is defined by his trailblazing career as an Icelander at top European clubs and the unique father-son international debut, inspiring a generation of Icelandic footballers.