Pontus Kåmark
Footballer and Swedish national team player
Born
April 5th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A Swedish footballer played primarily as a defender. Played for several clubs, including Örebro SK, IFK Göteborg, and Borussia Mönchengladbach. Represented the Swedish national team from 1992 to 2000, earning over 60 caps. Participated in the UEFA Euro 1992 and the 1994 FIFA World Cup, where Sweden secured a third-place finish. Known for defensive skills and contributions to both club and country.
Represented Sweden in the 1994 FIFA World Cup
Played in UEFA Euro 1992
Competed in multiple seasons of Allsvenskan
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