Steven Gerrard was the kind of player who dragged his team over the line by sheer force of will. Born in Whiston in 1980, he joined Liverpool's academy as a boy and went on to become the club's heartbeat for 17 years.
Below you'll find Steven Gerrard's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Steven Gerrard collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Steven Gerrard Fact File
| Full name | Steven George Gerrard |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 30 May 1980 (age 46) |
| Place of birth | Whiston, Merseyside, England |
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) |
| Position | Central midfielder |
| Nationality | English |
| Status | Retired player; manager |
| Shirt number | 8 |
| Nickname | Stevie G |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2015 | Liverpool | 504 | 120 |
| 2015–2016 | LA Galaxy | 34 | 5 |
| 2000–2014 | England | 114 | 21 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
One Club Man (Almost)
Gerrard made his Liverpool debut in 1998 and was named captain in 2003. He played 710 times for the club and scored 186 goals, many of them thunderbolts from outside the box. He turned down moves to Chelsea and Real Madrid to stay at Anfield. Celebrate this chapter with our Steven Gerrard Liverpool Sticker Men's T-Shirt.
The Miracle of Istanbul
The 2005 Champions League final is Gerrard's defining night. Liverpool were 3-0 down to AC Milan at half-time. Gerrard's header started the comeback, Liverpool scored three in six minutes and went on to win on penalties. Lifting the trophy as captain, he became a Liverpool legend forever. Relive it with our Steven Gerrard Legend 8-Bit Men's Hoodie.
"The Gerrard Final"
A year later he did it again in the FA Cup final against West Ham, scoring twice, including a stoppage-time equaliser from 35 yards, before Liverpool won on penalties. It's still known as "the Gerrard final". Wear the legend with our Steven Gerrard World Cup Sticker Men's T-Shirt.
England
Gerrard won 114 caps for England, scoring 21 goals, and captained his country at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups and Euro 2012.
Legacy
He never won the Premier League as a player, but few footballers have meant more to a club. Gerrard later played for LA Galaxy and moved into management, winning the Scottish title with Rangers in 2021.
Honours
Liverpool
- UEFA Champions League: 2005
- UEFA Cup: 2001
- FA Cup: 2001, 2006
- League Cup: 3
- UEFA Super Cup: 2001
As a manager
- Scottish Premiership: 2021 (Rangers)
Individual
- PFA Players' Player of the Year: 2006
- FWA Footballer of the Year: 2009
Off the Pitch
Gerrard is married to Alex Curran and they have four children. After retiring he moved into coaching, managing Rangers to an unbeaten Scottish title, and later Aston Villa and Al-Ettifaq.
FAQs
How old is Steven Gerrard?
Steven Gerrard was born on 30 May 1980, so he is 46 years old.
Where was Steven Gerrard born?
In Whiston, Merseyside, England.
How tall is Steven Gerrard?
Steven Gerrard is 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in).
What teams has Steven Gerrard played for?
Liverpool and LA Galaxy, plus England. As a manager: Rangers, Aston Villa and Al-Ettifaq.
How many games did Gerrard play for Liverpool?
710, scoring 186 goals.
What happened in Istanbul in 2005?
Liverpool came back from 3-0 down against AC Milan to win the Champions League final on penalties, with Gerrard scoring the first goal of the comeback.
Why is the 2006 FA Cup final called "the Gerrard final"?
Gerrard scored twice, including a long-range equaliser in stoppage time, before Liverpool beat West Ham on penalties.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Kenny Dalglish and Wayne Rooney.
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