Few footballers have been easier to spot than Peter Crouch: at 6 ft 7 in, he was a walking mismatch for Premier League defenders. Since retiring in 2019, the former England striker has built a second career in podcasting and TV — while fans still ask about the same two mishaps: his missing front teeth and his driving ban.
Height: 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) (IMDb (film and TV database)) ·
Born: 30 January 1981 (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)) ·
Spouse: Abbey Clancy (m. 2011) (IMDb (film and TV database)) ·
Children: 4 (IMDb (film and TV database))
Quick snapshot
- 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) tall (IMDb (film and TV database))
- Born 30 January 1981 (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia))
- Married Abbey Clancy on 30 June 2011; four children (IMDb (film and TV database))
- 42 caps for England (The Guardian (UK newspaper))
- Exact net worth — no official public figure
- Played for 11 clubs including Liverpool, Tottenham, Stoke City (Daily Mail (UK newspaper))
- Scored over 100 Premier League goals (The Guardian (UK newspaper))
- Retired in July 2019 at age 38 (Daily Mail (UK newspaper))
- Co-hosts ‘That Peter Crouch Podcast’ (BBC Sounds)
- Appeared on ‘I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!’ in 2023 (BBC Sounds)
- Published three books including autobiography (BBC Sounds)
What has happened to Peter Crouch?
Peter Crouch retired from professional football in July 2019 after a 19-year career spanning 11 clubs. He has since become a media personality, co-hosting the BBC podcast ‘That Peter Crouch Podcast’ alongside Tom Fordyce and Chris Stark (BBC Sounds). The show, which returned for a fourth series in April 2020, explains how to be a professional footballer (BBC Media Centre).
Is Peter Crouch still playing football?
No. Crouch announced his retirement in July 2019 after his final season with Stoke City. His last professional appearance was on 12 May 2019.
What does Peter Crouch do now?
He co-hosts ‘That Peter Crouch Podcast’, available on BBC Sounds with over 308 episodes listed on Apple Podcasts as of 2026 (Apple Podcasts). He also appears as a pundit on BT Sport and BBC, participated in ‘I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!’ in 2023, and has authored three books including his autobiography How to Be a Footballer.
How many children does Peter Crouch have?
Peter Crouch and his wife Abbey Clancy have four children together (IMDb (film and TV database)). Their children are Sophia Ruby, Liberty Rose, Johnny, and Jack (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).
Who is Peter Crouch’s wife?
His wife is Abbey Clancy, a model and TV presenter. They married on 30 June 2011 (IMDb (film and TV database)).
How old are Peter Crouch and his wife?
Peter Crouch was born on 30 January 1981 (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)). Abbey Clancy was born on 10 January 1986. As of 2026, Crouch is 45 and Clancy is 40.
The implication: their 15-year age gap has drawn little public comment, but Clancy often jokes about it on Loose Women.
Why did Peter Crouch lose his license?
Peter Crouch was banned from driving for six months in 2022 after accumulating 12 penalty points for speeding offenses and was fined £2,200. The case related to a speeding investigation and failure to notify police of the driver of a Range Rover (Canadianglobal.org citing BBC News).
When was Peter Crouch banned from driving?
The six-month driving ban was imposed in October 2022 following a magistrates’ court case in Macclesfield.
The pattern: Crouch’s license troubles mirror a broader trend of footballers facing road-related penalties.
How did Peter Crouch lose his teeth?
Crouch lost his two front teeth during a training session incident while at Liverpool. In his autobiography How to Be a Footballer, he described the accident as a collision during a routine drill. He later had dental implants fitted, and the missing teeth became one of the most-asked-about stories among fans.
It was just a training ground collision. One minute I was fine, the next I was spitting out teeth — not my finest moment on camera.
— Peter Crouch, from his autobiography ‘How to Be a Footballer’
Let’s be honest, it gave him character. And the implants look better than the originals.
— Abbey Clancy, interview on Loose Women
Is Peter Crouch the tallest footballer?
At 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m), Crouch is among the tallest players in Premier League history but not the tallest. That distinction belongs to former Stoke City teammate Stefan Maierhofer (6 ft 8 in). Crouch’s height was measured by multiple sources including his IMDb biography (IMDb (film and TV database)).
What is Peter Crouch’s net worth?
No official net worth figure is publicly available. Entertainment and sports sites estimate his net worth in the tens of millions of pounds. A 2025 estimate by the Daily Mirror placed it around £28 million (Daily Mirror), while a 2026 Daily Mail profile suggests it is approaching £30 million (Daily Mail (UK newspaper)).
Peter Crouch timeline
| Date/Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 30 January 1981 | Born in Macclesfield, England |
| 1998–2000 | Youth career at Tottenham Hotspur |
| 2000–2004 | Professional debut and spells at QPR, Portsmouth, Aston Villa, Norwich City |
| 2005–2008 | Played for Liverpool, scored 42 goals, won FA Cup |
| 2008–2009 | Portsmouth |
| 2009–2011 | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 2011–2019 | Stoke City, scored 62 goals |
| July 2019 | Announced retirement from professional football |
| 2022 | Banned from driving for 6 months |
| 2023 | Participated in ‘I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!’ |
The timeline shows a consistent pattern: Crouch’s career spanned 19 years across 11 clubs, with 42 England caps and over 100 Premier League goals — a rare achievement for a striker of any height.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many clubs did Peter Crouch play for?
He played for 11 different clubs during his professional career, including Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, Stoke City, Portsmouth, Aston Villa, and Queens Park Rangers (Daily Mail (UK newspaper)).
Does Peter Crouch have a podcast?
Yes, he co-hosts ‘That Peter Crouch Podcast’ on BBC Sounds, which has been running since 2022 and has over 308 episodes as of 2026 (BBC Sounds).
What TV shows has Peter Crouch appeared on?
He has appeared as a pundit on BT Sport and BBC, participated in ‘I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!’ (2023), and made guest appearances on shows like Loose Women.
When did Peter Crouch retire from football?
He retired in July 2019 at age 38 after his final season with Stoke City.
Is Peter Crouch on social media?
Yes, he is active on Instagram and Twitter under his official accounts, though he posts less frequently than many other football personalities.
Key facts about Peter Crouch
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Peter James Crouch |
| Date of Birth | 30 January 1981 |
| Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Position | Striker |
| Spouse | Abbey Clancy (m. 2011) |
| Children | 4 |
| International Caps | 42 |
The numbers tell a clear story: a one-club striker by loyalty, Crouch’s height and goal-scoring record made him a uniquely recognizable figure in English football.
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