Emile Heskey

Emile Heskey is a former professional footballer known for his successful career as a striker, making over 500 appearances in the Football League and Premier League.

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Profession :

Soccer Player

Birthday :

January 11, 1978

Star Sign :

Capricorn

Age :

47

Birthplace :

Leicester, England

Emile William Ivanhoe Heskey, born on 11 January 1978, is a former English professional footballer who now serves as the head of football development for Leicester City Women. As a striker, Heskey had an 18-year career, making over 500 appearances in the Football League and Premier League and representing England in international football. He is best known for his time at Leicester City, Liverpool, and Aston Villa, as well as his contributions to the England national team. Heskey won two League Cups with Leicester, two FA Cups, and a UEFA Cup with Liverpool, and helped England reach the quarter-finals in three major international tournaments. He was also named Leicester City’s Player of the Year twice and received the FIFA Fair Play Award in 2001.

Apart from football, Heskey has an interest in horse racing, owning several racehorses and becoming a shareholder in a racehorse breeding company in 2013. He has participated in various interviews and media appearances, discussing his career and experiences as a professional footballer, including his time at Liverpool, his role as a target man, and his struggles with homesickness. Heskey has also written a book about his personal journey and the challenges he faced during his career. Now in his 40s, Heskey is exploring new opportunities and is interested in expanding his horizons across Asia.