Frank Lampard Awarded OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List

Former Chelsea and Manchester City midfielder Frank Lampard has been given the honour of being named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire ahead of his transfer to New York City FC.

As reported by the Press Association (for the Daily Mail), he was one of many athletes to receive the honour, including cricket star James Anderson and rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson, who was named Commander.

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Speaking to the Daily Mail, Lampard felt blessed to be given such an honour, saying: "I am delighted to receive this huge honour. I feel very fortunate to have had such a long and fulfilling career in football. This is an extremely proud moment for myself and my family."

West Ham United, who helped mold the young Lampard into the footballer he has become, congratulated the 36-year-old when they heard the news:

The former England international won an impressive 106 caps for the Three Lions, and while he failed to win any silverware with the national team, his three Premier League titles, four FA Cups and 2012 Champions League winners medal are the envy of many a player.

He was one of the most versatile midfielders of his generation, capable of scoring magnificent goals just as easily as leveling opponents with bone-crunching tackles. He played his final season in the Premier League for City, where he was a force coming off the bench early in the season and provided valuable depth and experience.

His final Premier League goal tally is impressive for a midfielder, to say the least, via Match of the Day:

The rank of Officer of the Order of the British Empire is awarded to people who have made a significant contribution in their respective fields.

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