Frank Lampard is a former football player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders in football history, especially for his performances with Chelsea Football Club.
Born into a family with strong football connections, he began his career at West Ham United before moving to Chelsea, where he became the club’s all-time top scorer.
Throughout his career, Lampard has been known for his goal-scoring prowess, intelligent positioning and leadership on and off the field.
After retiring in 2017, Lampard moved into management and held positions at Derby County, Chelsea and Everton, further establishing his reputation in the field of football management.
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- Full name: Frank James Lampard OBE
- Date of birth: June 20, 1978
- Age: 46 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Romford, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Football manager, former professional football player
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.84 m)
- Parents: Frank Lampard Sr. (father), Patricia Harris (mother, deceased)
- Siblings: Sisters – Natalie Lampard, Claire Lampard
- Spouse: Christina Lampard (m. 2015)
- Children: Luna Lampard, Ella Lampard, Patricia Charlotte Lampard, Frederic George Lampard
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: English
- Net worth: $90 million
early life and education
Frank Lampard, 46, was born on June 20, 1978 in Romford, London, into a family with deep football roots. His father, Frank Lampard Sr., was a professional football player for West Ham United, and his uncle, Harry Redknapp, was a famous football manager.
Growing up in such a football-centric environment, Lampard was naturally drawn to the sport. He attended Brentwood School, where he excelled academically and athletically, although football was always his main focus.
He grew up in London and his family’s football background made him one of the smartest and hardest-working midfielders in the game.
personal life
Frank Lampard’s personal life has attracted a lot of media attention, especially his relationships and family. He was previously engaged to Spanish model Elen Rivas, with whom he has two daughters: Luna (born 2005) and Isla (born 2007).
The couple separated in 2009. Lampard later began a relationship with Northern Ireland broadcaster Christina Bleakley, whom they married in 2015. The couple has two children, Patricia Charlotte Lampard, born in 2018, and Frederic George Lampard, born in 2021.
Lampard is also known for his intelligence. He reportedly achieved one of the highest IQs in a series of tests carried out by Chelsea medical staff.
Profession
Lampard began his football career at West Ham United, where his father was an assistant manager. He made his first-team debut in 1995 and, after a successful spell, moved to Chelsea in 2001 for £11 million. Lampard became a Chelsea legend, scoring 211 goals in 648 games and becoming the club’s all-time top scorer.
During his time at Chelsea, Lampard won 3 Premier League titles, 4 FA Cup titles, 2 League Cup titles, 1 Champions League title and 1 Europa League title. He also made 106 appearances for England and played in three World Cups.
After leaving Chelsea in 2014, Lampard played briefly for Manchester City and New York City FC before retiring in 2017. His coaching career began with Derby County in 2018, leading the team to the Championship play-off final.
He returned to Chelsea as head coach in 2019, but was fired in 2021 due to poor results. In 2022, Lampard was appointed Everton manager, but his tenure was marked by struggles, leading to his sacking in early 2023. He briefly returned to Chelsea in 2023 as interim head coach.
Awards
- UEFA Champions League (2012)
- Premier League (2004-2005, 2005-2006, 2009-2010)
- FA Cup (2007, 2009, 2010, 2012)
- European League(2013)
- UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year (2008)
- FWA Footballer of the Year (2005)
- PFA Fans’ Player of the Year (2005)
- Premier League Player of the Season (2004-2005)
- FIFA World Player of the Year (2nd place, 2005)
net worth
Frank Lampard’s net worth is estimated at $90 million. His wealth has been amassed through his successful football career, managerial positions and lucrative endorsement deals with major brands such as Pepsi-Cola.
During his playing days, he was one of the highest-paid players in the Premier League, and his subsequent managerial roles also brought him financial success.
dispute
Lampard’s career has been marred by controversy. One of the most high-profile incidents occurred in 2000, when Lampard and fellow footballers Rio Ferdinand and Kieron Dier were embroiled in scandal during a drunken night in Cyprus.
The trio reportedly took part in an lewd act at a hotel, which was later caught on video. The incident sparked a backlash, with the player fined by the club and facing public scrutiny for his actions.
Throughout his coaching career, Lampard has been criticized for his performance during his second spell at Chelsea in 2021. He was relieved of his duties as head coach after poor results and the team lingering in the table.
Critics pointed to his lack of senior experience as a possible reason for Chelsea’s poor performance. His tenure at Everton was also marked by controversy, as the club became embroiled in a relegation battle during his tenure, leading to his sacking in early 2023.
social media
- Instagram: @franklampard
- Twitter: N/A
books
- Completely Frank (2006) – An autobiography that gives an in-depth look at his life and football career.
- Frankie’s Magic Football (Children’s Book Series) – A football-themed adventure series for children.
