Ledley King is a legendary figure in English football, particularly known for his time at Tottenham Hotspur, where he played his entire career. Ledley, was a one-club man, representing Spurs from 1999 to 2012. Renowned for his exceptional defensive skills, he was praised for his calmness, positioning, and ability to tackle without fouling—attributes that led many to regard him as one of the most cultured defenders of his era. Thierry Henry, a fierce rival, once highlighted that Ledley was the only defender who could dispossess him without holding onto his shirt.
Despite suffering from chronic knee problems that severely limited his playing time—often forcing him to play matches without training—Ledley was highly influential on the pitch. His leadership helped Tottenham win the League Cup in 2008 and qualify for the Champions League for the first time in 2010. Ledley also held the Premier League record for the fastest goal for 18 years, scoring just 9.82 seconds into a match against Bradford City in 2000. It is no surprise that he was appointed Captain of Tottenham Hotspurs in 2005.
Ledley has also represented England at the 2004 UEFA Euros and the 2010 FIFA World Cup, amongst his 21 appearances for the country. He has rated highly as a central defender. Ledley made a whopping 323 appearances for Tottenham Hotspur. In 2009, he was named Tottenham’s 25th Best Player of All Time by The Times. Unfortunately, a degenerative knee issue forced him into retirement in 2012 at the age of 31. Since then, he has served as a First Team Coach at Tottenham in 2020.
Today, Ledley remains a beloved figure at Tottenham, where he continues to serve as a Club Ambassador. Known for his incredible defensive skills, Ledley is one of the most celebrated footballers England has ever produced. Harry Redknapp has referred to him as “an absolute freak”, because of his ability to perform brilliantly without regular training. If you are looking for a seasoned footballer to address your audience at your next event, look no further than Ledley King. Enquire now!
How to hire Ledley King
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- 2012 – Official Club Ambassador, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
- 2010 – Represented England at the FIFA World Cup
- 2009 – Named Tottenham’s 25th Best Player of All Time by The Times
- 2008 – Led Tottenham Hotspurs to victory at the League Cup
- 2005 – Appointed Captain of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
- 1999 – Footballer, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
- 1996 – International Footballer, The Football Association
- Played 323 matches for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
