Scottish midfielder known for his exceptional long-range passing ability, free-kick expertise, and powerful shooting from distance throughout his career.
Charlie Adam won the Championship play-offs with Blackpool in 2010, scoring a memorable long-range goal in the final, before a move to Liverpool and Stoke City where his passing range and set-piece delivery became his trademark. He earned 26 caps for Scotland, and his ability to strike the ball from distance produced several spectacular long-range goals that became a hallmark of his Premier League career.
Spectacular long-range goals and free-kick ability
His goal from the halfway line for Stoke against Liverpool at Anfield in 2015 is one of the most audacious Premier League goals ever scored.
Did You Know?How They Played
Deep-lying playmaker with exceptional long-range shooting and passing ability
Lasting Impact
Cult hero known for thunderous strikes from distance and set-piece mastery
Career Honours
- Championship Play-Off Winner 2010 (Blackpool)
- 26 Scotland caps
- Championship Play-off Winner 2010
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rangers | 2003–2009 | 88 | 40 | #10 |
| Liverpool | 2011–2012 | 37 | 2 | — |
| Blackpool | 2009–2011 | 76 | 19 | — |
| Stoke City | 2012–2018 | 182 | 22 | — |
| St. Johnstone | 2003–2004 | 18 | 2 | — |
| Reading | 2012–2019 | 218 | 29 | — |
| Dundee | 2019–2021 | 47 | 4 | — |
 Scotland | — | 26 | — | — |