1978 June 20th
Birth of Frank Lampard
Birth of Frank Lampard
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Frank Lampard
80 historical football records.
1995
Professional Contract With West Ham
Lampard begins his professional career at West Ham United after developing in the club's academy, where his father had been a distinguished player.
1995
Swansea City Loan Experience
Lampard joins Swansea City on loan to gain senior competitive experience and learns the demands of regular first-team football.
1996
First Senior Goal at Swansea
Lampard scores his first senior league goal while on loan at Swansea City, giving an early demonstration of his instinct for arriving in shooting positions.
1997
Broken Leg Against Aston Villa
Lampard suffers a broken leg in a match against Aston Villa, interrupting his development as an emerging West Ham midfielder.
1997
West Ham Utd
Makes professional debut for West Ham
1998
Under-Twenty-One England Captaincy
Lampard represents England at under-21 level and builds the international experience that precedes his eventual senior breakthrough.
1999
Intertoto Cup Victory With West Ham
Lampard features as West Ham win the UEFA Intertoto Cup against Metz, securing qualification for the UEFA Cup.
1999
UEFA Cup Goal Against Osijek
Lampard scores in West Ham's European campaign against Osijek, contributing attacking goals from midfield in the UEFA Cup.
1999 October 10th
Debut
Makes internationaal debut for England, in a 21 friendly win over Belgium
2000
West Ham Midfield Partnership With Joe Cole
Lampard establishes himself alongside younger academy graduates at West Ham, supplying passing range and forward runs from midfield.
2001
Chelsea League Debut Against Newcastle
Lampard makes his competitive league debut for Chelsea against Newcastle United, starting a thirteen-year association with the Stamford Bridge club.
2001
First Chelsea Goal Against Levski Sofia
Lampard scores his first Chelsea goal in a UEFA Cup fixture against Levski Sofia, opening an extraordinary scoring record for a midfielder.
2001
Lampard Joins Ranieri Chelsea Midfield
Lampard moves from West Ham to Chelsea and develops into a high-scoring central midfielder under Ranieri.
2001
Transfer
Moves to Chelsea for pounds 11 million
2002
FA Cup Final Against Arsenal
Lampard starts for Chelsea in the FA Cup final against Arsenal, gaining valuable Wembley-equivalent experience despite a 2-0 defeat in Cardiff.
2003
Chelsea Champions League Goal Against Lazio
Lampard scores a memorable long-range Champions League goal against Lazio as Chelsea win 4-0 away from home.
2003
Lampard Champions League Midfield Role
Lampard drives Chelsea's central midfield as Ranieri's team return to Champions League competition.
2004
Champions League Quarter-Final Winner Against Arsenal
Lampard contributes to Chelsea's comeback against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals, as Wayne Bridge scores the decisive second-leg goal.
2004
Euro Group Goal Against Croatia
Lampard scores once as England defeat Croatia 4-2 at Euro 2004, contributing from midfield as Wayne Rooney adds two goals.
2004
Euro Quarter-Final Goal Against Portugal
Lampard scores a late header against Portugal to send England's Euro 2004 quarter-final into extra time, before England lose the shootout.
2004
Lampard Chelsea League Runner-Up Campaign
Lampard helps Chelsea finish second in the Premier League, the club's highest league position for nearly fifty years.
2005
Ballon d'Or Runner-Up
Lampard finishes second in the Ballon d'Or voting after an outstanding year of domestic achievement and European performances for Chelsea.
2005
Champions League Semi-Final Against Liverpool
Lampard plays in Chelsea's tense Champions League semi-final against Liverpool, which ends with a narrow aggregate defeat after a disputed goal.
2005
Footballer of the Year
FWA Footballer of the Year
2005
League Championship
Winner of the Premier League with Chelsea
2005
League Clinching Double at Bolton
Lampard scores twice at Bolton Wanderers as Chelsea secure their first English league title in fifty years, providing an unforgettable championship moment.
2005
Player of the Year
FA Player of the Year
2005
Premier League Championship
Frank Lampard wins the 2004/05 Premier League championship with Chelsea and supplies 13 league goals and drives Chelsea forward from central midfield.
2006
Chelsea Retain Premier League Title
Lampard drives Chelsea's midfield as the club retains the Premier League championship, sustaining the consistency established under José Mourinho.
2006
England World Cup Penalty Miss Against Portugal
Lampard has a penalty saved during England's shootout defeat to Portugal at the World Cup, ending a frustrating tournament for the midfielder.
2007
Chelsea League Cup Final Victory Over Arsenal
Lampard plays in Chelsea's 2-1 League Cup final win against Arsenal, helping control the midfield as Didier Drogba scores both goals.
2007
First New Wembley FA Cup Final
Lampard provides the decisive pass for Didier Drogba's extra-time winner against Manchester United in the first FA Cup final at the rebuilt Wembley.
2008
Champions League Final Shootout Against United
Lampard equalises against Manchester United in the Champions League final and converts his shootout kick, although Chelsea ultimately lose on penalties.
2008
Chelsea Player of the Year Recognition
Lampard earns acclaim among Chelsea supporters for continuing to deliver goals and leadership amid the club's European and domestic campaigns.
2008
Emotional Champions League Penalty Against Liverpool
Lampard converts an extra-time penalty against Liverpool in the Champions League semi-final soon after his mother's death, helping Chelsea reach the final.
2009
Chelsea Midfield Under Carlo Ancelotti
Lampard adapts to Carlo Ancelotti's attacking system and remains a principal creative and scoring outlet in Chelsea's midfield.
2009
FA Cup Final Equaliser Against Everton
Lampard scores Chelsea's second goal with a powerful left-footed shot against Everton as the club wins the 2009 FA Cup final 2-1.
2009
Four Goals Against Derby in League Match
Lampard's reputation for late runs and accurate finishing continues to grow as he contributes goals consistently across Chelsea's attacking seasons.
2010
Chelsea Double Trophy Celebration
Lampard celebrates Chelsea’s first league-and-FA-Cup double after a title-winning season and a narrow Wembley victory over Portsmouth.
2010
Four Goals Against Aston Villa
Lampard scores four times in Chelsea's 7-1 Premier League victory over Aston Villa, showcasing his penalty taking and open-play movement.
2010
Premier League Championship
Frank Lampard wins the 2009/10 Premier League championship with Chelsea and scores 22 league goals and contributes to Chelsea's record-breaking attack.
2010
Twenty-Two League Goals as Midfielder
Lampard finishes a prolific Premier League campaign with 22 goals, an exceptional tally that supports Chelsea's championship and attacking records.
2010 May 15th
FA Cup Winner
Frank Lampard influenced Chelsea's attacks from midfield despite missing a late penalty as Chelsea defeated Portsmouth 1-0 in the 2010 FA Cup final at Wembley.
2011
Chelsea Captaincy During Terry Absence
Lampard regularly takes on leadership responsibilities at Chelsea and provides an experienced presence during a changing managerial period.
2011
Hat-Trick Against Bolton Wanderers
Lampard scores a hat-trick at Bolton as Chelsea claim a 5-1 away victory, responding to criticism with an emphatic attacking display.
2012
Champions League Semi-Final Survival at Barcelona
Lampard marshals Chelsea's midfield during a tense 2-2 draw at Barcelona, as ten-man Chelsea advance to the Champions League final.
2012
Chelsea Champions League Semi-Final Captain
Lampard takes a prominent leadership role as Chelsea eliminate defending champions Barcelona to reach the European Cup final.
2012
Chelsea European Super Cup Appearance
Lampard represents Chelsea in the UEFA Super Cup against Atlético Madrid, an occasion that follows the club's first Champions League triumph.
2012
FA Cup Final Against Liverpool
Lampard starts as Chelsea defeat Liverpool 2-1 in the FA Cup final, adding another major domestic cup medal to his collection.
2012 May 19th
Champions League Final Captain
Captains Chelsea to their first Champions League title after a penalty shootout against Bayern Munich.
2012 May 19th
Champions League Winner
Frank Lampard captained Chelsea in the absence of John Terry and converted a shootout penalty in the 2012 UEFA Champions League final, helping Chelsea win the competition.
2013
Chelsea Europa League Semi-Final Against Basel
Lampard contributes to Chelsea’s Europa League campaign as the club defeat Basel over two legs and qualify for the Amsterdam final.
2013
Chelsea Record Breaking Goal Against Villa
Lampard turns in Eden Hazard's low cross at Villa Park to score his 203rd Chelsea goal and become the club's all-time leading scorer.
2013
Chelsea Record Equalising Goal Against Villa
Lampard scores from the edge of the area against Aston Villa to draw level with Bobby Tambling on 202 Chelsea goals.
2013
England Goal Against Brazil at Wembley
Lampard strikes England's winning goal against Brazil in a 2-1 friendly victory at Wembley, producing a memorable international moment.
2013 May 15th
Eurpopa League Winner
Captained Chelsea and struck the crossbar during the final.
2013 September 10th
100 Caps
Lampard became only the eighth English player to earn his 100th England cap, doing so in a World Cup qulifier against Ukraine.
2014
Chesea FC
Highest goal scorer for Chelsea with 211 goals
2014
Final Chelsea Goal Against Stoke
Lampard scores on the rebound from a saved penalty against Stoke City, registering the final goal of his Chelsea career.
2014
Late Equaliser Against Chelsea for City
Lampard comes off the bench to score against his former club Chelsea, earning Manchester City a 1-1 draw and declining to celebrate.
2014
Manchester City Loan Agreement
Lampard joins Manchester City for the beginning of the 2014-15 campaign after leaving Chelsea, continuing to play in the Premier League.
2014 August 26th
Retirement
Announces retirement from international football
2015
New York City FC Playing Debut
Lampard makes his Major League Soccer debut for New York City FC following the conclusion of his season with Manchester City.
2015
Premier League Goal Against Leicester for City
Lampard contributes an experienced midfield presence as Manchester City compete in domestic and European competitions during his short spell.
2016
Fifteen-Goal MLS Campaign
Lampard scores fifteen regular-season league goals for New York City FC, providing veteran finishing from attacking midfield.
2016
New York City FC First Hat-Trick
Lampard scores a hat-trick against Colorado Rapids, becoming the first New York City FC player to score three in an MLS game.
2017
Retirement From Professional Football
Lampard announces his retirement from playing after a career encompassing Chelsea's scoring record, England appearances and spells in MLS.
2018
Derby County Managerial Appointment
Lampard becomes manager of Derby County, accepting his first senior head-coaching post in the English Championship.
2018
League Cup Upset at Old Trafford
Lampard's Derby County eliminate Manchester United on penalties in the League Cup after a 2-2 draw, earning a high-profile managerial victory.
2019
Championship Play-Off Semi-Final Comeback at Leeds
Lampard oversees Derby County's dramatic away victory at Leeds United, overturning a first-leg deficit to reach the Wembley play-off final.
2019
Chelsea Managerial Appointment
Lampard returns to Chelsea as head coach after a single season with Derby, taking responsibility for a side integrating younger academy players.
2019 May 27th
Championship Playoff Final Campaign
Frank Lampard leads Derby County to the 2019 Championship play-off final in his first senior managerial season, although Aston Villa win the deciding match.
2020
Chelsea Secure Champions League Qualification
Lampard guides Chelsea to a top-four Premier League finish despite a transfer ban at the start of his first managerial season.
2020
FA Cup Final as Chelsea Manager
Lampard manages Chelsea against Arsenal in the FA Cup final, but his team are defeated 2-1 after taking an early lead.
2021
Chelsea Managerial Departure
Lampard leaves Chelsea after a difficult run of league results, bringing an end to his initial managerial period at Stamford Bridge.
2022
Everton Managerial Appointment
Lampard becomes Everton manager during a tense relegation campaign and inherits the challenge of keeping the club in the Premier League.
2022
Goodison Win Secures Everton Survival
Lampard's Everton come from two goals down to beat Crystal Palace 3-2, securing Premier League safety in a dramatic home match.
2023
Chelsea Interim Manager Return
Lampard returns as caretaker manager of Chelsea for the final weeks of the season, helping the club navigate a turbulent campaign.
2024
Coventry City Head Coach Appointment
Lampard takes charge of Coventry City, returning to Championship management with a squad targeting renewed consistency and promotion contention.