Peter Schmeichel Danish Footballer From Gladsaxe

Peter Schmeichel · association football player and sports commentator · danes

62years old

Peter Schmeichel Quick Facts

Profession: Sports
Date of Birth: 18 November 1963 (Age 62 Years Old)
Birthplace: Gladsaxe
Nationality: Danish
Birth Sign: Scorpio
Height: 193 cm (6' 4")
Children: Kasper Schmeichel

Biography

Danish footballer Peter Schmeichel was born on 18 November 1963 in Gladsaxe. His club career on record includes Denmark men's national football team (1987–2001) and Manchester United F.C. (1991–1999).

Career

He is registered as a goalkeeper. He started out at Gladsaxe-Hero in 1981, according to the records. Beyond Gladsaxe-Hero, he has played for Denmark men's national football team, Manchester United F.C. and Brøndby IF. Denmark men's national football team is where he stayed longest, 1987 to 2001. At Manchester United F.C. (1991–1999), his team-mates on record include Paul Scholes and Robbie Savage. Aston Villa F.C. team-mates from the same years include David Ginola and Thomas Hitzlsperger.

Recognition

His awards include the Member of the Order of the British Empire. Further recognition came with the Danish Sports Hall of Fame (2008) and the Premier League Hall of Fame (2022). Altogether, 6 wins are listed.

Personal life

He is the father of Kasper Schmeichel.

Teams

9 teams

Years	Team	Position
1981–1984	Gladsaxe-Hero	Goalkeeper
1984–1986	Denmark national under-21 football team	Goalkeeper
1984–1987	Hvidovre IF	Goalkeeper
1987–1991	Brøndby IF	Goalkeeper
1987–2001	Denmark men's national football team	Goalkeeper
1991–1999	Manchester United F.C.	Goalkeeper
1999–2001	Sporting CP	Goalkeeper
2001–2002	Aston Villa F.C.	Goalkeeper
2002–2003	Manchester City F.C.	Goalkeeper

Awards and nominations

6 won, 0 nominated

Year	Award	Result
2022	Premier League Hall of Fame	Won
2008	Danish Sports Hall of Fame	Won
1996	Premier League Player of the Season	Won
1992	Best European Goalkeeper	Won
1992	IFFHS World's Best Goalkeeper	Won
	Member of the Order of the British Empire	Won

Peter Schmeichel on Social Media

X (Twitter) @Pschmeichel1

Frequently asked questions

How old is Peter Schmeichel?

Peter Schmeichel is 62 years old, born on 18 November 1963 in Gladsaxe.

What is Peter Schmeichel known for?

Peter Schmeichel is a goalkeeper who has played for Denmark men's national football team and Manchester United F.C..

How tall is Peter Schmeichel?

Peter Schmeichel is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.

What is Peter Schmeichel’s nationality?

Peter Schmeichel is Danish, born in Gladsaxe.

Has Peter Schmeichel won any awards?

Yes. 6 awards are on record, including Premier League Hall of Fame (2022).

Sources

Wikidata (Q182314), accessed October 2026
Photo: Carlsberg · CC BY 3.0

Last checked 10 October 2026 by the Wiki of Celebs editorial team

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