Eiður Guðjohnsen

Footballer, UEFA Champions League winner

Eiður Guðjohnsen - Footballer, UEFA Champions League winner
Born

September 15th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Iceland

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Played as a forward and midfielder, achieving significant success in club and international football. Started professional career in 1996 with KR and later moved to play for Chelsea from 2000 to 2004, winning two Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2008 with Barcelona. Represented Iceland national team from 1996 to 2016, earning over 80 caps and participating in UEFA Euro 2016.

Won the UEFA Champions League with Barcelona

Played for Chelsea during two Premier League victories

Scored over 100 goals in club career

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