Jon Dahl Tomasson
๐ฅ TrendingAt 49 years old, Jon Dahl Tomasson remains one of the most prominent Kingdom Of Denmark Athletes working today.
Danish footballer and manager (born 1976)
"His most defining career moment was undoubtedly leading Feyenoord to the 2002 UEFA Cup title." โ About Jon Dahl Tomasson
| Metric | Jon Dahl Tomasson | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 49 | 47 | +2 yrs |
| Height | 182cm (5'12") | 176cm | +6cm |
| Career length | 31 yrs | ~35 yrs | -4 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Jon Dahl Tomasson
Did you know that Jon Dahl Tomasson won both the UEFA Cup and the Champions League in consecutive seasons with different clubs, Feyenoord and AC Milan?
- He famously scored in the 2002 UEFA Cup final, helping Feyenoord win the trophy on their home ground in Rotterdam.
- Tomasson is Denmark's joint all-time leading goal scorer, tied with Poul Nielsen, having netted 52 goals in 112 international appearances.
- Despite often playing as a striker, he was renowned for his exceptional work rate and defensive contributions, earning praise from coaches.
- His first full managerial role was with Roda JC in the Netherlands, after serving as an assistant at Excelsior.
- He won the UEFA Champions League with AC Milan in 2003, though he was an unused substitute in the final against Juventus.
His most defining career moment was undoubtedly leading Feyenoord to the 2002 UEFA Cup title. Tomasson scored in the final against Borussia Dortmund at De Kuip, contributing significantly to the club's first major European trophy in 28 years and cementing his legendary status.
Tomasson's legacy is primarily as one of Denmark's greatest ever strikers, holding the national team's joint all-time goal-scoring record. He is remembered for his intelligent play, relentless work ethic, and success across multiple top European leagues.