Iceland striker Jon Dadi Bodvarsson retires at age 34
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Jon Dadi Bodvarsson has announced his retirement from soccer at the age of 34. The forward, who played a key role in Iceland's Euro 2016 upset over England, scored four goals in 64 matches for the national team. Bodvarsson enjoyed a substantial career in England, with Wolves, Reading, Millwall, and Bolton. He netted 25 goals in 94 appearances for Bolton between 2022 and 2024 before returning to his first club, Selfoss. In a statement, he expressed gratitude to his coaches, teammates, and staff.
- •Bodvarsson scored 25 goals during his time at Bolton from 2022 to 2024.
- •He represented Iceland in 64 international matches, scoring four goals.
- •Bodvarsson was part of the squad that reached the Euro 2016 quarter-finals.
- •He started his career in Iceland before playing nearly ten years in England.
- •Bodvarsson thanked his coaches and teammates in his retirement announcement.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Iceland striker Bodvarsson announces retirement
"Former Wolves and Bolton striker Jon Dadi Bodvarsson announces his retirement at the age of 34.
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