Peter Crouch
Peter Crouch (Peter James Crouch) was born on January 30th, 1981 and is currently 44 years old. Peter Crouch was born in Macclesfield, England.
Peter Crouch is a former professional footballer from England who was known for being the tallest footballer at 6’7’’. Given his height, he was one of the best at heading the ball and had many headed goals during his career.
During his earlier years, he lived in Singapore before he moved back to England to pursue a football career. He got his start playing for clubs such as the
Brentford Centre of Excellence and
Northolt Hotspurs before he made it into the big time.
Professionally, he got his start at
Tottenham Hotspur before he played for the likes of
Burnley,
Portsmouth,
Stoke City,
Aston Villa,
Liverpool, and
Southampton. Over his 134 appearances for
Liverpool between 2005 and 2008, he scored 42 goals and even won the
FA Cup.
Internationally, Peter Crouch played for England a total of 42 times and scored 22 goals for the national side. He played for England in the 2006 and 2010
FIFA World Cups, where he once again showcased his footballing ability despite his height.
He got into media following his retirement in 2019 and became a very popular football pundit. He also became the host of
That Peter Crouch Podcast, where he offers witty insights into the world of football.
His legacy is marked by the combination of personality, skill, and height, which has made him one of the most popular figures in football.
Crouch published his debut novel,
Walking Tall, in 2007 as he chronicled his improbable rise in the footballing world.
At 6’7’’, most people never believed he would ever amount to much, and he was rejected and faced many challenges at clubs such as
Aston Villa,
QPR, and
Dulwich Hamlet before he made it at
Liverpool.
He highlights his resilience despite the many challenges to break records for the England national team, including his 2006
World Cup robot dance celebration.
In 2018, Peter Crouch published
How to Be a Footballer, which offers insights into what it is like to be a
Premier League player.
He shares anecdotes about the quirks of football culture, dressing room antics, lavish lifestyles, media scrutiny, and eccentric teammates. He also explores the commercial aspects of the sport, including media engagements and sponsorships that have become part and parcel of modern football.
In
I Robot: How to Be a Footballer, Crouch looks into the eccentricities of professional football.
He explores topics such as unexpected friendships, the peculiar habits of footballers off the pitch, such as Gareth Bale’s magic beans. He also discusses being a substitute, own goals, and referees to offer a deeper look at the less glamorous side of the game.
Peter Crouch: Awards & Accolades
Crouch's book, How to Be a Footballer won the Nielsen Awards, Silver Bestseller, in 2020.
Peter Crouch: F.A.Q
When was Peter Crouch Born? How old is Peter Crouch?
Peter Crouch was born on January 30th, 1981. Peter Crouch is currently 44 years old.
Where was Peter Crouch Born?
Peter Crouch was born in Macclesfield, England and is English.
What book awards has Peter Crouch won?
Crouch's book, How to Be a Footballer won the award Nielsen Awards, Silver Bestseller, in 2020.
What was the first book Peter Crouch wrote?
The first book written by Peter Crouch was Walking Tall: My Story, published in 2007.
What was the most recent book Peter Crouch wrote?
His most recently released work was How to Be an Ex-Footballer on August 29th, 2023.
Will there be any more books by Peter Crouch?
Peter Crouch does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
How many books has Peter Crouch written?
Peter Crouch has written 4 books. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.