Daniel Braaten

Professional footballer with top league experience

Daniel Braaten - Professional footballer with top league experience
Born

May 25th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

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Professional footballer played primarily as a winger. Played for clubs such as Rosenborg BK, Bolton Wanderers, and Stabæk. Competed in the Norwegian Premier League and the English Premier League. Represented Norway on the national team level, earning multiple caps since making his debut in 2005. Contributed to club successes, including championship titles in Norway.

Played for Bolton Wanderers in the Premier League

Competed with Rosenborg BK in the Norwegian league

Represented Norway in international matches

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