Eggert Jónsson
A versatile Icelandic footballer whose career spans the English leagues, the Scottish Premiership, and over a decade of national team duty.
Born 1988 (age 38)·Icelandic footballer·Birthday: August 18·Millennials
Biography
Eggert Jónsson is the embodiment of footballing adaptability. From his beginnings with Icelandic club Breiðablik, his capacity to play almost anywhere on the pitch—central midfield, centre-back, or full-back—made him an invaluable asset. A move to Hearts in Scotland saw him become a fixture in their side, known for his composure and intelligent reading of the game. His spell in England with Wolverhampton Wanderers presented a new challenge, though he later found a productive home back in Scotland with Ross County. For the Icelandic national team, he was a steady presence during a transformative era, earning over 70 caps and contributing to the squad that famously qualified for Euro 2016. His career, now continuing in Iceland's lower tiers, is a study in quiet utility and enduring professionalism.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Eggert was born in 1988, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Eggert Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Eggert's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Earned over 70 caps for the Icelandic national team, playing in their historic Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.
- Made over 100 appearances for Heart of Midlothian in the Scottish Premier League.
- Helped Ross County win the Scottish League Cup in 2016, their first major trophy.
- Played in the English Championship for Wolverhampton Wanderers after a transfer from Hearts.
Did You Know?
He played in a central defensive role for Iceland in a famous 0-0 draw against Portugal in 2014 World Cup qualifying.
He is the son of former Icelandic international footballer Gunnþór Jónsson.
He scored a goal for Hearts in a Europa League play-off match against Tottenham Hotspur in 2011.
He holds the record for the youngest player ever to appear in the Icelandic top flight, debuting at 15 years and 290 days.
“I'll play wherever the manager needs me; the team comes first.”
