Ella Toone
A creative midfield force for England, she scored a stunning goal in the Euro 2022 final to help bring football home.
Born 1992 (age 34)·English footballer·Birthday: September 2·Millennials
Biography
Ella Toone grew up in Tyldesley, Greater Manchester, dreaming of playing for Manchester United, a club that didn't yet have a women's senior team. Her football journey was one of persistence, playing for local clubs and eventually joining Manchester United's newly formed women's side in 2018. Her technical skill, vision, and eye for spectacular long-range goals quickly made her a fan favorite. Toone's breakthrough on the international stage was cinematic: coming on as a substitute in the Euro 2022 final at Wembley, she chipped the German goalkeeper with a sublime lob to send the stadium into raptures, a pivotal moment in England's historic championship victory. She embodies the new era of English women's football—confident, skillful, and playing with palpable joy.
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.
Ella was born in 1992, 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 Ella Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Ella's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Scored England's opening goal in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 final against Germany, a crucial strike in their 2-1 victory.
- Became a foundational player for Manchester United Women, helping them gain promotion to the WSL and achieve consistent top-four finishes.
- Represented England at every youth level from under-17 to under-21 before becoming a senior team regular.
- Netted her first major tournament goal for England in the Euro 2022 quarter-final against Spain.
Did You Know?
She is a lifelong Manchester United supporter and has a tattoo of the club's crest.
Her childhood bedroom was decorated in Manchester United memorabilia.
She played for Manchester City's academy before joining United's first team.
Her nickname among teammates and fans is 'Tooney'.
“I just love playing football and creating chances for my team to score.”
