Stig Inge Bjørnebye
Footballer and manager, notable defender
A footballer and manager played as a left-back primarily for Rosenborg and Liverpool. Had a significant role at Liverpool, contributing to the club's success in the 1990s. Later transitioned into management, taking on roles with various clubs in Norway. Played for the Norwegian national team, earning over 40 caps, and participated in the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
Played for Liverpool during the 1990s
Contributed to five league titles with Rosenborg
Represented Norway in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
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Born
December 11th, 1987 38 years ago
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Born
December 11th, 1990 35 years ago
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Born
December 11th, 1985 40 years ago
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Born
December 11th, 1997 28 years ago
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December 11th, 1993 32 years ago
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Born
December 11th, 1944 81 years ago
Died
January 8th, 2022 4 years ago — 77 years old
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