Peter Shilton CBE, the world-renowned former footballer, has enjoyed an accomplished career in the sporting industry and is still being recognised as the greatest England Goalkeeper to date. From being an apprentice at 15, Peter advanced his skills as a goalkeeper and was able to break many records throughout his 30-year career in professional football. Peter has now become highly sought after as an after-dinner and motivational speaker and when booked, tells his story of how he has become a CBE for his achievements and dedication to the sport.
Peter started his career at Leicester City as an apprentice at the age of 15 and made his debut at 16, which made him the youngest player to have ever played for the local team. Throughout his time at the club, Peter was also playing for England at all levels of the club. Peter continued to play for England for 20 years whist also being transferred to different clubs, including Stoke City, Nottingham Forest, and Southampton Football Club. One of Peters main highlights throughout his career was the ‘Hand of God’ incident that occurred in the 1986 World Cup and is what inspires lots of goalkeepers to progress in football.
Peter has been awarded with multiple awards throughout his career due to him being one of the greatest goalkeepers in the world. Before being awarded MBE, OBE, and most recently CBE in the 2024 New Year Honours, he received awards such as the PFA Player of the Year, the FWA Tribute Award and induction into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002. Peter continues to hold the record for most competitive football appearances in the world and a shared world record for 10 goals conceived in 17 games.
Peter Shilton CBE has influenced multiple generations of footballers to work hard for what they are passionate about, and his performance shaped the football industry into what it is today. His records still push others to improve their performance and inspire players worldwide. Peters’ vast knowledge and experience on multiple different topics are what has allowed him to become a highly respected speaker and when booked, Peter is known to inspire the audience with his famous stories from the sporting industry.
How to hire Peter Shilton
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Peter Shilton for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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- 2024 - Awarded CBE in the New Year Honours for his services to association football and the prevention of gambling harm
- 2002 - English Football Hall of Fame
- 1991 - FWA Tribute Award.
- 1990 - Finished his career at England.
- 1986 - World famous ‘Hand of God’ Incident happens at the World Cup.
- 1982 - Signed for Southampton Football Club.
- 1978 - PFA Player of the year.
- 1977 - Signed for Nottingham Forest
- 1974 - Signed for Stoke City.
- 1974 - Was signed for Leicester City until 1974.
- 1970 - Started his career at England
- Awarded an MBE and an OBE.
