Ludwig Augustinsson
Swedish footballer, VfL Wolfsburg player
Born
April 21st, 1994
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Born in 1994, a professional footballer, primarily played as a left-back. Began career at IFK Göteborg, helping the team win the Svenska Cupen in 2013. Transferred to FC Copenhagen, contributing to their 2016 Danish Superliga victory. Played for the Swedish national team, participating in UEFA Euro 2020. Joined VfL Wolfsburg in 2021, notable for performances in the Bundesliga.
Won the Svenska Cupen with IFK Göteborg in 2013
Contributed to FC Copenhagen's Danish Superliga title in 2016
Represented Sweden at UEFA Euro 2020
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