Is Theo Walcott A-List?
No — Theo Walcott is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2008
Arsenal success
Lost A-list status in 2018
Dropped to B tier — Moves to Everton
Ranking Timeline
World Cup squad selection
Selected for England's World Cup squad as a teenager.
Arsenal success
Important player for Arsenal.
Euro squad selection
Named to England's Euro squad.
Signs Arsenal extension
Signs lucrative contract extension with Arsenal.
Moves to Everton
Transfers to Everton for increased playing time.
Returns to Southampton
Returns to his boyhood club Southampton.
Retires from football
Announces retirement from professional football.
Ambassador, Sky Sports Contributor
Serves as a club ambassador and provides Sky Sports commentary.
Last updated: February 20, 2026