About
Eiður Smári Guðjohnsen is an Icelandic professional football coach and former player who played as a forward. He achieved significant success with Chelsea and Barcelona, winning the UEFA Champions League and La Liga with Barcelona, and the League Cup and Premiership twice with Chelsea. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Icelandic footballers of all time. Guðjohnsen had a long and varied career, playing in numerous countries and leagues before retiring.
Career Timeline
Bolton Start
Begins career at Bolton, quickly showing promise.
Chelsea Move
Transfers to Chelsea, becoming a key player and winning titles.
Barcelona Signing
Signs for FC Barcelona, adding a Champions League title.
Monaco Move
Moves to AS Monaco.
Fulham Loan
Has a loan to Fulham.
Plays For Shaanxi
Moves to China to play for Shaanxi.
Retirement
Retires from football.
Coaching Career
Works as a football coach, sharing his experience and expertise.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026