Lukas Jutkiewicz
A physically imposing and relentless target man whose aerial prowess made him a cult hero for Birmingham City fans over a remarkable eight-year stint.
Born 1989 (age 37)·English footballer·Birthday: March 28·Millennials
Biography
Lukas Jutkiewicz carved out a classic English centre-forward's career defined by resilience, strength, and a specific, invaluable skill. Journeying through over a dozen clubs, from Everton's academy to spells across the Premier League and Championship, he was the ultimate footballing journeyman. It was at Birmingham City, however, where he found a true home and his most enduring impact. For eight seasons, 'Juke' became a fixture, using his formidable frame to hold up play, battle defenders, and score crucial goals, many with his head. He wasn't a flashy star, but a reliable workhorse whose commitment and physicality made him a beloved figure at St. Andrew's, embodying the gritty spirit of the club and the Championship itself.
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.
Lukas was born in 1989, 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 Lukas Was Born
The biggest hits of 1989
#1 Movie
Batman
Best Picture
Driving Miss Daisy
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Lukas's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1989Born
Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests
Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1994Started school
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
2002Became a teenager
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Could drive
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
2007Could vote
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Turned 21
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
2019Turned 30
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2026Age 37 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made over 300 appearances for Birmingham City, becoming a key figure and fan favorite from 2016 to 2024.
- Scored a career-high 14 goals in the 2018-19 Championship season for Birmingham.
- Helped Burnley achieve promotion to the Premier League during the 2015-16 season.
- Played in the Premier League for clubs including Everton and Burnley early in his career.
Did You Know?
He is of Polish descent through his grandfather, which made him eligible to play for Poland.
He scored on his professional debut for Swindon Town in 2006 at the age of 17.
He studied for a degree in Business and Sports Science while playing professionally.
He played for both Merseyside clubs, starting at Everton and having a loan spell at Liverpool's academy as a youth.
“My job is to win headers, hold the ball up, and bring others into play.”
