The Greatest Swedish Footballers of all-time
No.20 Ove Kindvall
Ove Kindvall was known for his agility, technical skills, and clinical finishing. His ability to read the game and find scoring opportunities made him a prolific goal scorer. Kindvall's iconic moment came in the 1969-1970 European Cup final, where he calmly scored the winning goal for Feyenoord against Celtic in extra-time. His impact extended to the international stage, representing Sweden and playing a crucial role in their qualification for the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
No.11 Jonas Thern
No.10 Ronnie Hellström
No.9 Glenn Strömberg
Great midfielder who started out with his hometown club IFK Goteborg, his performances helping the club win the UEFA Cup in 1982, before going on to become a bit of a cult figure in Serie A in the 1980s following a tremendous eight year spell with Atalanta. Stromberg was known for his technical skills, especially his passing ability, and his seemingly endless engine and running, a trait that would earn him the nickname 'the Marathan Man' in Bergamo. He would go on to captain the club and is still held in the highest esteem by the club's followers.
No.8 Hasse Jeppson
Hasse Jeppson was a Swedish footballer who made a significant impact during his playing career in the mid-20th century. Known for his exceptional finishing skills and positional sense, Jeppson was a prolific goal scorer. He played for notable clubs such as Djurgarden, Atalanta and Napoli, leaving his mark in Swedish and Italian football.
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