Glenn Strömberg
Footballer and sportscaster in Sweden
Born
January 5th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A footballer played as a midfielder, chiefly associated with the Swedish national team and clubs such as Örebro SK and IFK Göteborg. Achieved success in Italy with Atalanta, contributing to several prominent matches in Serie A during the late 1980s. Transitioned to a broadcast career after retirement, providing commentary and analysis on football events.
Played for the Swedish national team
Contributed at Atalanta in Serie A
Worked as a sportscaster post-retirement
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