Anders Svensson
Swedish footballer and sportscaster
Born
July 17th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Played as a midfielder primarily for the club Southampton in the English Premier League and was a key player for the Swedish national team. Made significant contributions to the national team's success in various international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship. Transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting after retiring from professional football, providing expert analysis and commentary.
Played for Southampton in the Premier League
Represented Sweden in multiple UEFA Championships
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