Joshua King
Norwegian footballer with Bournemouth
Born
January 15th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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A professional footballer excelled as a forward, primarily recognized for contributions to the club AFC Bournemouth in the English Premier League. Played a crucial role in Bournemouth's rise to the top tier of English football. Also represented the Norwegian national team, earning over 50 caps. Achieved success in youth international competitions, showcasing skills on both club and international stages.
Played for AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League
Represented Norway in over 50 international matches
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