Nicolai Jørgensen
A physically imposing Danish striker who led Feyenoord to a long-awaited league title as their prolific goal-scoring captain.
Born 1991 (age 35)·Danish footballer·Birthday: January 15·Millennials
Biography
Nicolai Jørgensen carved out a reputation as a classic, domineering number nine whose peak years turned him into a legend in Rotterdam. After early spells in Germany and Denmark, his 2016 move to Feyenoord unlocked his full potential. Under manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst, Jørgensen became the focal point of an attacking side, combining hold-up play with a sharp finishing instinct. His goals fueled Feyenoord's emotional 2017 Eredivisie triumph, their first in 18 years, making him an icon to the club's passionate supporters. Though injuries later slowed his momentum and a hoped-for big transfer never materialized, his tenure at De Kuip stands as a golden era defined by leadership, crucial goals, and a long-craved championship.
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.
Nicolai was born in 1991, 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 Nicolai Was Born
The biggest hits of 1991
#1 Movie
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Best Picture
The Silence of the Lambs
#1 TV Show
Cheers
Nicolai's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1991Born
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1996Started school
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2004Became a teenager
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
2007Could drive
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
2009Could vote
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
2012Turned 21
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2021Turned 30
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 35 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Captained Feyenoord to the 2016-17 Eredivisie title, ending the club's 18-year league championship drought.
- Won the Danish Superliga title with FC Copenhagen in the 2012-13 season.
- Finished as the Eredivisie's top assist provider in the 2017-18 season.
- Earned over 40 caps for the Danish national team, representing his country at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Did You Know?
His father, Mick Jørgensen, was also a professional footballer who played for Danish clubs.
He is a talented drummer and has played music since childhood.
He turned down a transfer to English club Newcastle United in January 2018, choosing to stay with Feyenoord.
He shares a birthday (January 15) with fellow footballer and countryman Pierre-Emile Højbjerg.
“A striker's job is to be in the right place at the right time.”
