Magnus Svensson

Swedish ice hockey player

Magnus Svensson - Swedish ice hockey player
Born

March 1st, 1963
62 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Played ice hockey primarily as a forward in the Swedish leagues and represented Sweden in international competitions. Competed in the IIHF World Championships and the Winter Olympics. Contributed to various club teams throughout a long career in ice hockey.

Played for the Swedish national team

Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics

Participated in multiple IIHF World Championships

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