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Glenn Strömberg
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Glenn Peter Strömberg (pronounced [ˈɡlɛnː ˈstrœ̂mːbærj]; born 5 January 1960) is a Swedish former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. Starting his career in 1979 with IFK Göteborg, he helped the club win the 1981–82 UEFA Cup before signing with Benfica in 1983. In 1984, he joined the Serie A club Atalanta for which he served as the team captain for four seasons until his retirement in 1992. A full international between 1982 and 1990, he won 52 caps and scored 7 goals for the Sweden national team, and represented his country at the 1990 FIFA World Cup. He was awarded Guldbollen in 1985 as Sweden's best footballer of the year.

Quick facts about Glenn Strömberg

  • Full name: Glenn Strömberg
  • Born: 1960-01-05
  • Nationality: Sweden
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q602845

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Who is Glenn Strömberg?

Glenn Peter Strömberg (pronounced [ˈɡlɛnː ˈstrœ̂mːbærj]; born 5 January 1960) is a Swedish former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

What nationality is Glenn Strömberg?

Glenn Strömberg is Sweden.

When was Glenn Strömberg born?

Glenn Strömberg was born on 1960-01-05.

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