Childhood and Education Journey of Joe Thompson (footballer) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 18, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Joe Thompson (footballer). From birth to education, explore key events.

Joe Thompson is an English former professional footballer who primarily played as a midfielder. Details surrounding his specific career highlights, clubs played for, and playing style require further information to provide a more comprehensive summary. He is known for his career as a professional football player.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

March 1989: Birth of Joseph Thompson

Joseph Thompson, who became a professional footballer, was born in March 1989.

1998: Joined Manchester United's youth team

In 1998, Thompson joined Manchester United's youth team, playing alongside future professionals like James Chester, Danny Drinkwater, and Tom Cleverley.

November 2013: Diagnosed with cancer

In November 2013, Joe Thompson was diagnosed with nodular sclerosis Hodgkin lymphoma and began chemotherapy. The news shocked his former teammate Jack Redshaw and others, leading to a campaign for Grow 4 Joe challenge.

June 2014: Remission after chemotherapy

In June 2014, Joe Thompson announced he was in remission after months of chemotherapy and was eager to return to football.

September 2014: Birth of daughter

In September 2014, Joe Thompson became a father when his partner gave birth to a daughter, Thailula-Lily.

August 2016: Re-joined Rochdale

On 7 August 2016, Joe Thompson re-joined Rochdale on a six-month deal, expressing his desire to perform well for the club and his family after overcoming personal challenges.

2016: Married Chantelle

In 2016, Joe Thompson married his wife, Chantelle.

March 2017: Cancer returned

On 16 March 2017, Joe Thompson announced that his cancer had returned.

June 2017: Beating cancer for the second time

In June 2017, Joe Thompson ended up beating cancer for the second time two months later.

2017: Death of agent Gary Lloyd

In 2017, Joe Thompson credited his agent Gary Lloyd, who died in 2017, for encouraging him to write his autobiography, considering Lloyd a father figure.

February 2019: Retirement from professional football

In February 2019, Joe Thompson announced his retirement from professional football due to health reasons, stating that he had pushed his body to the limit. He was honored by both teams in Rochdale's match against Coventry City.