Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard is an esteemed English football manager and former player, widely celebrated for his exceptional career at Chelsea and his influential role in English football. Renowned as one of Chelsea’s greatest players, Lampard’s legacy is cemented by his record as the Premier League’s all-time leading goalscorer among midfielders and his impressive tally of 41 goals from outside the box.

Lampard began his professional journey in 1995 with West Ham United, following in the footsteps of his father, Frank Lampard Sr. His significant breakthrough came in 2001 when he signed with Chelsea for £11 million. Over his thirteen-year tenure with the club, Lampard emerged as a prolific midfielder, scoring 211 goals and leading Chelsea to numerous triumphs, including three Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, and four FA Cups. His remarkable achievements earned him accolades such as the FWA Footballer of the Year and places on the Ballon d’Or and FIFA World Player of the Year shortlists.

In addition to his impressive club career, Lampard made 106 appearances for the England national team, participating in three FIFA World Cups and UEFA Euro 2004, where he was named in the Team of the Tournament. His contributions to English football were further recognized when he was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2015.

Post-retirement, Lampard transitioned to management, starting with Derby County in 2018 and subsequently taking charge of Chelsea. Despite a brief stint at Everton, he returned to Chelsea as caretaker manager in 2023. Off the pitch, Lampard is also a published author and a familiar face on television, having appeared as a team captain on the ITV sport panel show “Play to the Whistle.”