Jordan Pickford is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Everton and the England national team. As England’s first-choice goalkeeper since 2018, he has played at three major tournaments, saved a penalty in a World Cup shootout, and become known for his shot-stopping, distribution and penalty-saving ability.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Jordan Lee Pickford |
| Born | March 7, 1994 |
| Age | 32 years old |
| Birthplace | Washington, Tyne and Wear, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) |
| Occupation | Professional footballer, goalkeeper |
| Years Active | 2011 – present |
| Spouse | Megan Davison (married 2022) |
| Known For | Everton, England, World Cup 2018 |
Who Is Jordan Pickford?
Jordan Pickford is a goalkeeper from Washington, England, who came through Sunderland’s academy and became one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League. He joined Everton in 2017 for 25 million pounds, at the time a British record fee for a goalkeeper, and he has been the club’s first-choice goalkeeper ever since.
Pickford is known for his quick reflexes, his ability to save penalties and his long, accurate passing. He has been named Everton’s Player of the Season several times, and for England he has played at the 2018 World Cup, Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024.
Early Life & Background
Jordan Lee Pickford was born on March 7, 1994, in Washington, Tyne and Wear, England. He grew up in Washington and joined Sunderland’s academy at the age of eight. He attended St Robert of Newminster Catholic School in Washington, and he played for Sunderland’s youth teams before turning professional.
Pickford gained experience on loan in the lower leagues, with spells at Darlington, Alfreton Town, Burton Albion, Carlisle United, Bradford City and Preston North End. These loan moves helped him develop as a goalkeeper, and he returned to Sunderland as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper in the 2016-17 season.
Career
Everton signed Pickford in June 2017 for 25 million pounds, with the fee potentially rising to 30 million. He became Everton’s first-choice goalkeeper and has been a regular in the Premier League, making more than 300 appearances for the club. He has been named Everton’s Player of the Season in 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Pickford made his England debut in November 2017, in a friendly against Germany. He became England’s first-choice goalkeeper at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, where he saved a penalty in the shootout win over Colombia in the round of 16, helping England reach the semi-finals for the first time since 1990.
At Euro 2020, played in 2021, Pickford kept five clean sheets as England reached the final, losing to Italy on penalties. He also played at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and at Euro 2024 in Germany, where England again reached the final, losing to Spain. He remains England’s first-choice goalkeeper.
Facts About Jordan Pickford
- Jordan Pickford was born in Washington, Tyne and Wear, on March 7, 1994.
- He joined Everton in 2017 for a then British record fee for a goalkeeper.
- He saved a penalty in England’s World Cup shootout win over Colombia in 2018.
- He kept five clean sheets at Euro 2020.
- He has been named Everton’s Player of the Season several times.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jordan Pickford?
Jordan Pickford is 32 years old. He was born on March 7, 1994, in Washington, Tyne and Wear, England.
How tall is Jordan Pickford?
Jordan Pickford is 6 feet 1 inch tall (1.85 m).
Who is Jordan Pickford’s wife?
Jordan Pickford has been married to Megan Davison since 2022.
Which club does Jordan Pickford play for?
Jordan Pickford plays for Everton in the Premier League.
What is Jordan Pickford famous for?
Jordan Pickford is famous as Everton’s and England’s goalkeeper, for his penalty save against Colombia at the 2018 World Cup, and for his clean sheets at Euro 2020.
Pickford’s distribution has become a key part of Everton’s play, and his long passes have created chances for his team. He continues to play for Everton in the Premier League and remains England’s first-choice goalkeeper.