Klas Ingesson
Footballer and manager with Sweden
Born
August 20th, 1968
57 years ago
Died
October 29th, 2014
11 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A Swedish footballer and manager played as a midfielder for clubs including IFK Göteborg, Örebro SK, and Cagliari. Achieved success with Örebro SK, winning the Swedish Cup in 1990. Competed in the 1994 FIFA World Cup held in the United States, contributing to Sweden's third-place finish. Transitioned to a managerial career after retiring as a player, managing teams such as Örebro SK and the Swedish youth national teams.
Played for Sweden in the 1994 FIFA World Cup
Won the Swedish Cup with Örebro SK in 1990
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