2010
Reading's Outstanding Young Player
Gylfi Sigurðsson develops into Reading's leading creator and goalscorer, earning a transfer to Hoffenheim after an impressive Championship season.
Football player and manager history
Gylfi Sigurðsson
Explore 25 football history records associated with Gylfi Sigurðsson, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
2012
Tottenham Sign Icelandic Playmaker
Gylfi Sigurðsson moves to Tottenham after an influential loan at Swansea City, bringing dead-ball expertise and long-range shooting to the London club.
2015
Two Goals in Netherlands Qualifier
Gylfi Sigurðsson scores twice against the Netherlands in Euro 2016 qualifying, delivering a crucial home victory for the Icelandic national team.
2016
Creative Hub of Tournament Breakthrough
Gylfi Sigurðsson dictates much of Iceland's attacking play through dead balls and accurate passing as the debutants reach the Euro 2016 quarter-finals.
2018
World Cup Penalty Against Croatia
Gylfi Sigurðsson converts a second-half penalty to equalise against Croatia, although Iceland ultimately lose their final group match 2–1.
2020
Play-Off Semi-Final Winner Against Romania
Gylfi Sigurðsson scores both Iceland goals against Romania to secure a 2–1 victory in the European Championship qualifying play-off semi-final.