Gylfi Sigurdsson Childhood Story Plus Untold Biography Facts

Gylfi Sigurdsson Childhood Story Plus Untold Biography Facts

LifeBogger presents the Full Story of an Icelandic Football Genius who is best known by the Nickname; “Ice Man”.

Our version of Gylfi Sigurdsson’s Childhood Story, including his Untold Biography, brings you a complete account of notable events from his boyhood days right until he became famous.

The analysis involves his life story before fame, his family life, and many off-pitch, little-known facts about him.

Yes, everyone knows about his offensive midfield abilities, but not many soccer lovers have read Gylfi Sigurdsson’s Biography, which is quite interesting. Now, without further ado, let’s begin.

Gylfi Sigurdsson Childhood Story – Early Life and Family Background:

For Biography starters, Gylfi Sigurdsson was born on the 8th day of September 1989. He is the most popular soccer player, and he was born in Reykjavik, Iceland. He was born to his father, Sigurdur Adalsteinsson. Gylfi Sigurdsson’s Dad is an Iceland Fisherman.

This is young Gylfi Sigurdsson, in his Childhood.
This is young Gylfi Sigurdsson, who was in his childhood.

Sigurdsson was kicking a football as soon as he could walk. He was moulded into a footballer by his father and older brother, Olafur.

Their father even rented a warehouse for the winter so his younger son’s training regime was not interrupted.

His big brother, Olafur, had to teach himself and also went to a coaching school before he could become Gylfi’s coach. “I was trying to find every VHS tape I could find and tried to learn how to coach a young kid,”

Both father and elder brother took him at the age of 13 and moved him to Breiðablik from FH Hafnarfjörður (Iceland name) as the conditions to play football were better there. He was taken there to flourish.

Fífan, an indoor hall with a full-sized artificial pitch, had recently been built, and that was a key factor in Sigurðsson signing for Breiðablik at the age of just 13.

Sigurðsson was always a player with potential during his younger years, and his passing and shooting ability were evident very early on, says Magnús Jónsson, Sigurðsson’s coach between the ages of 11 and 14.

Young Gylfi Sigurdsson before he achieved fame.
Young Gylfi Sigurdsson before he achieved fame.

“He had a high technical ability when I met him at 14 years of age, especially when it came to striking a football. Many of the other boys were equally good, but his passing and shot technique were miles ahead,” says Jonsson.

“Sigurðsson was, like countless other children at his age, with a strong Icelandic mentality, keen on improving, training long hours, and his will to win was huge, whatever the situation,” adds Jónsson.

“He always trained very well and wanted to win every competition in training, whether that was a penalty shootout or football golf.

On top of that, he always did extra things; he was always taking part in football schools and stayed behind after every training to do something extra,” says Jónsson.

Gylfi Sigurdsson Biography Facts – Rising to Fame:

Sigurdsson began his professional career with Reading in the Championship, and in 2010 was sold to Hoffenheim, which was Reading’s biggest sale.

He was voted Player of the Season for two consecutive seasons – for Reading in 2009–10 and for Hoffenheim in 2010–11.

After a season back in English football with Swansea City, he joined Tottenham Hotspur for £8.8 million, and in 2014, he moved back to Swansea as part of an exchange for Ben Davies.

It was after his amazing run in Euro 2016 that Gylfi got widespread international recognition, thereby becoming the Icelandic version of Tiger Woods.

After Euro 2016, Gylfi, the son of a fisherman, became the country’s most famous footballer. The rest, as they say, is now history.

About Alexandra – Gylfi Sigurdsson Wife:

She is the lady that holds the key to Gylfi’s heart. Alexandra won the Miss World Sporty section of the Miss World contest in South Africa in 2008. She also won Miss Iceland that same year.

Alexandra: Miss Iceland 2008 and the Queen of Gylfi's Heart.
Alexandra: Miss Iceland 2008 and the Queen of Gylfi’s Heart.

When Alex walked the runway in South Africa 9 years ago from this date, Alexandra was a psychology student who listed her loves as being outdoors and travelling, as well as revealed her favourite food was reindeer steak and chicken salad.

Today, as I write Gylfi Sigurdsson’s Biography, LifeBogger sees that she is a businesswoman and fashion blogger who blogs her way around the world.

As at the time of writing, both lovers live a quiet life in Merseyside with their dog, having previously lived in Swansea and London.

Gylfi Sigurdsson Family Life:

As stated earlier, Gylfi Sigurdsson’s father is a fisherman who is ranked among the best in his country. Below is Sigurdur Adalsteinsson and his favourite son, Gylfi.

Sigurdur Adalsteinsson, Iceland's Renowned Fisherman, with his Pride and Joy, Gylfi Sigurdsson: A Bond Beyond the Sea.
Sigurdur Adalsteinsson, Iceland’s Renowned Fisherman, with his Pride and Joy, Gylfi Sigurdsson: A Bond Beyond the Sea.

Sigurðsson has also been blessed with great support from his family, which has obviously helped him throughout his career.

He left Iceland to join Reading when he was still only 15 but was firmly supported financially by his family. Today, football investment has paid off for his one-time middle-class family.

“I see it clearly as an important thing that those who were close to him put a lot of effort into helping him.

His older brother was especially good at working with him on football-related things. I think his mother and sister have also been helping him with the mental side of things.

That’s a big reason for how down-to-earth he is,” says Jónsson.

After Olafur, his elder brother, noticed his brother was good to go, he took up a career in golf.

He was a capable golfer, although earning qualification to the European Tour never materialized for him.

Personal Life:

Gylfi Sigurdsson has the following attributes to his personality.

Strengths: Gylfi is Loyal, analytical, kind, hard-working, and very practical in nature.

Weaknesses: Sometimes, Gylfi could express shyness and worry for himself or others he loves. He is the type who would prefer to practice football all day without having time for himself except through Alexandra’s intervention.

What he likes: Gylfi loves animals, healthy food, books, nature, and cleanliness.

What he dislikes: Gylfi dislikes Rudeness of any kind.

In summary, Gylfi is someone who loves to pay attention to the smallest details, be it when receiving training instructions or communicating.

Gylfi Sigurdsson Biography Facts – Going Back:

The Icelandic international’s older brother once shared a throwback snap from 2001 showing the then 12-year-old outside Goodison.

A throwback photo of Gylfi Sigurdsson.
A throwback photo of Gylfi Sigurdsson.

Sigurdsson poses next to the famous statue of Dixie Dean, wearing a Blue one-to-one jumper that looks rather big on him.

His post reads, “Trained for a week with Everton, got to be a ball boy at Goodison and later went with Everton to Germany for a tournament.”

Gylfi Sigurdsson Bio – Floki:

Do you know Floki?… He is a character played by Swedish actor Gustaf Skarsgard. In the popular Vikings television series. Floki is said to be the founder of Gylfi Sigurdsson’s country, Iceland.

He was almost a Gunner:

Truth be told! Before he joined Reading, Sigurdsson was on trial at Arsenal – his current club’s arch-rivals.

Who knows, Sigurdsson could have been playing for the Red half of North London had the trial worked out. Despite the miss, he still reserves a soft spot for the North London Club.

Playing against Swansea:

His Father knew it best. The night before he was about to face a tricky reunion with Swansea, Gylfi Sigurdsson called home. The advice he received was crucial.

Fatherly Advice: Gylfi's Crucial Call Before the Swansea Reunion.
Fatherly Advice: Gylfi’s Crucial Call Before the Swansea Reunion.

‘I had a chat with my dad, Sigurd,’ the Everton midfielder once explained. ‘He said, “Whatever you do, don’t celebrate”.

I’d spent three and a half years at Swansea, playing my first Premier League game there. I’ve too much respect. When he said don’t celebrate, I said, “I know”. I was never going to do it.’

Sigurdsson ended up scoring a wonderful goal through a whipping, right-foot strike. That was voted for the goal of the month. After scoring, he got well within his right to let all his emotion out.

Appreciation Note:

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Hi there! I am Hale Hendrix, a passionate football enthusiast and writer dedicated to uncovering the untold stories of footballers' childhood and biography. With a deep love for the beautiful game, I have spent countless hours researching and interviewing players to bring to light the lesser-known details of their lives.

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