Olof Mellberg: Biography, Facts and Career
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Erik Olof Mellberg (pronounced [ˈûːlɔf ˈmɛ̂lːbærj]; born 3 September 1977) is a Swedish football manager and former professional player. During his career, Mellberg played as a defender, with his longest spell being at Premier League club Aston Villa. He also played in Sweden, Spain, Italy, Greece and Denmark, for clubs including Juventus and Olympiacos. Mellberg played for Sweden at the World Cup in 2002 and 2006, as well as the European Championship in 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2012. A former captain of the national team, he scored eight goals in 117 caps between 2000 and 2012. Mellberg began managing Brommapojkarna in 2015 and won the third and second divisions in consecutive seasons before managing them in Allsvenskan in a later spell. He also led Helsingborg in his country's top flight, and was manager of St. Louis City SC of Major League Soccer in 2025.
Quick facts about Olof Mellberg
- Full name: Olof Mellberg
- Born: 1977-09-03
- Nationality: Sweden
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q192491
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Who is Olof Mellberg?
Erik Olof Mellberg (pronounced [ˈûːlɔf ˈmɛ̂lːbærj]; born 3 September 1977) is a Swedish football manager and former professional player. During his career, Mellberg played as a defender, with his longest spell being at Premier League club Aston Villa.
What nationality is Olof Mellberg?
Olof Mellberg is Sweden.
When was Olof Mellberg born?
Olof Mellberg was born on 1977-09-03.
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