Brede Hangeland

Norwegian footballer and defender

Brede Hangeland - Norwegian footballer and defender
Born

June 20th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

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Played professional football primarily as a central defender. Started career at Stabæk before transferring to FK Lyn in 2001. Moved to England and played for Fulham from 2008 to 2014. Contributed to Fulham's successful 2010 UEFA Europa League run, reaching the final. Became an integral part of the Norwegian national team, earning over 90 caps from 2005 to 2013.

Reached the 2010 UEFA Europa League final with Fulham

Earned over 90 caps for Norway

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