Erik Edman is a former professional footballer from Sweden who played as a defender.
Edman played for several clubs across Europe, including Tottenham Hotspur and Stade Rennais, before retiring at Helsingborg in 2013.
He earned 57 caps for the Sweden national team and played in the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups.
Биография
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Erik Kenneth Edman, born in Sweden, began his football journey with Helsingborgs IF in 1997. He quickly made a name for himself as a talented defender, showcasing his skills in the Swedish league until 1999 when he ventured abroad to play for Torino in Italy. His early career also included a brief stint at Karlsruher SC in Germany before returning to Sweden to play for AIK Fotboll for a season.
Rise to Prominence
In 2001, Edman joined SC Heerenveen in the Netherlands, where he further developed his game. His impressive performances caught the attention of Tottenham Hotspur, who signed him in July 2004. At Spurs, Edman became known for his remarkable long-range goal against Liverpool in April 2005. However, competition for his position led him to transfer to Stade Rennais in France later that year, where he continued to establish himself as a key player.
Later Career and International Representation
Edman's career took him to Wigan Athletic in January 2008, but injuries plagued his time there, including a significant knee injury that sidelined him for much of the season. He returned to Helsingborgs IF in 2010, where he played until his retirement in 2013. On the international stage, Edman represented Sweden from 2001 to 2009, earning 57 caps and participating in major tournaments like the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups and UEFA Euro 2004.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Edman was recognized for his defensive prowess, earning accolades such as the Swedish Defender of the Year in 2004. His contributions to both club and country have left a lasting impact on Swedish football, and he remains a respected figure in the sport.
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Галерея
Карьера и клубы
Scores and results list Sweden's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Edman goal.
Early career
Edman played for a number of clubs during his career. He played for Helsingborgs IF until 1999, which was his first time leaving Sweden and moved abroad. In 2001, after having unremarkable spells at Italian club Torino and Karlsruher SC in Germany, Edman returned to Sweden and joined AIK for one season. After that, Heerenveen in the Netherlands brought Edman from Sweden.
Tottenham Hotspur
In July 2004, Tottenham Hotspur signed Edman from Heerenveen. Edman quickly established himself at the club, and will probably be best remembered at Spurs for his stunning goal, which he scored from 41 yards out, in the Premier League match against Liverpool in April 2005. However, in the summer of 2005, the arrival of South Korean left back, Lee Young-Pyo, led Edman to make the decision to leave England.
Rennes
In the last week of August, Spurs accepted an offer from French club Rennes. It did not take long for Edman to impress his new manager, László Bölöni, and once again established himself as first choice at left-back.
Wigan Athletic
In January 2008, Edman was signed by Wigan Athletic for a transfer fee of £500,000. The arrival of Edman was a good deal for Wigan Athletic, since the club did not find a good replacement after the departure of Leighton Baines, the previous summer. In March 2008, Edman was injured in a match against Blackburn Rovers, damaging his anterior cruciate ligament in his knee. This means he missed the rest of…
Edman was a part of the Sweden national team setup from 2001 until 2009. In 2002, he was part of Sweden's 2002 World Cup squad, but did not make any appearances. He then began to feature more regularly for Sweden after the 2002 World Cup, and at Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup, he featured as a starting left back for the team. He scored his first and only goal, a free kick, in a 2006 World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in March 2005. Edman missed UEFA Euro 2008 due to a serious knee injury. He retired from the national team the following year.
- Club
- AIK Fotboll (2000–2001)
- Club
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (2004–2005)
- Club
- Stade Rennais F.C. (2005–2008)
- Club
- Helsingborgs IF (1994–1999)
- Club
- Torino FC (1999–2000)
- Club
- Karlsruher SC (2000–2000)
- Club
- SC Heerenveen (2001–2004)
- Club
- Wigan Athletic F.C. (2008–2010)
- Club
- Helsingborgs IF (2010–2012)
- Club
- Sweden men's national football team (2001–2009)
- Club
- Helsingborgs IF (1997–1999)
- Club
- Helsingborgs IF (2010–2013)
- Club
- Sweden national under-17 football team (1993–1994)
- Club
- Sweden national under-19 football team (1995–1996)
- Club
- Sweden national under-21 football team (1997–1999)
- League
- 2. Bundesliga
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- Sweden
Наследие
Helsingborgs IF
Allsvenskan: 1999, 2011 Svenska Cupen: 1998, 2010, 2011 Svenska Supercupen: 2011, 2012 Individual
Swedish Defender of the Year: 2004
Клубы
- Sweden national under-17 football team1993–1994
- Helsingborgs IF1994–1999
- Sweden national under-19 football team1995–1996
- Helsingborgs IF1997–1999
- Sweden national under-21 football team1997–1999
- Torino FC1999–2000
- AIK Fotboll2000–2001
- Karlsruher SC2000–2000
- SC Heerenveen2001–2004
- Sweden men's national football team2001–2009
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C.2004–2005
- Stade Rennais F.C.2005–2008
- Wigan Athletic F.C.2008–2010
- Helsingborgs IF2010–2012
- Helsingborgs IF2010–2013
Играл вместе с
Aaron LennonTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2005–2015
Aaron McEneffTottenham Hotspur F.C.
Aaron SinclairWigan Athletic F.C. · 2014–2015- Abdelkarim KissiSC Heerenveen · 2006–2006
- Abderrahim OuakiliKarlsruher SC · 2003–2005
Abdeslam OuaddouStade Rennais F.C. · 2003–2006- Abdihakin AliAIK Fotboll
Abdou Kader ManganeStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2012
Abdoul CamaraStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2011
Abdoulaye DialloStade Rennais F.C. · 2009–2014
Abdoulaye DoucouréStade Rennais F.C. · 2012–2016
Abdoulaye SanéStade Rennais F.C. · 2011–2013
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Erik Kenneth Edman is a Swedish former professional footballer who played as a defender. Starting off his career with Helsingborgs IF in 1997, he went on to represent clubs in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, England, and France before retiring at Helsingborg in 2013. A full international between 2001 and 2009, he won 57 caps for the Sweden national team and represented his country at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 2004, and the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
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