Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson is an Icelandic association football player who plays as a goalkeeper.
He was named player of the season for FC Nordsjælland in the 2017–18 Danish Superliga.
He earned his first senior cap for Iceland in a friendly against the Czech Republic on 9 November 2017.
Биография
Early Life
Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson is an Icelandic professional footballer born into a family with a rich footballing heritage, as he is the son of former professional player Rúnar Kristinsson. His early exposure to the sport laid the foundation for his future career as a goalkeeper.
Career
Rúnar's professional journey began with KR Reykjavík, where he played from 2012 to 2014 before moving to FC Nordsjælland. During his time at Nordsjælland, he was recognized as the player of the season for the 2017–18 Danish Superliga. In June 2018, he transitioned to Dijon FCO in France, where he continued to hone his skills.
In September 2020, Rúnar made a significant move to Arsenal F.C., signing a four-year deal and choosing the number 13 jersey. He made his debut in a UEFA Europa League match against Dundalk, keeping a clean sheet. However, his time at Arsenal included challenges, such as a notable mistake in the EFL Cup against Manchester City. Rúnar's career has also included loan spells at clubs like Oud-Heverlee Leuven and Alanyaspor, and in August 2023, he joined Cardiff City on a season-long loan.
Rúnar has represented Iceland at various levels, including the under-17 and under-21 teams, and earned his first senior cap in 2017. He was part of Iceland's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
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Галерея
Карьера и клубы
Having previously represented his country at youth level, Rúnar Alex was called up to the senior Iceland squad for the 2017 China Cup, where the team became the silver medalist He earned his first senior cap in a friendly against the Czech Republic on 9 November 2017. In May 2018, he was named in Iceland's 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Club
As of match played 15 September 2026
International
As of match played 14 October 2023
Rúnar Alex was player of the season for FC Nordsjælland in the 2017–18 Danish Superliga. In June 2018, Rúnar Alex joined French side Dijon on a four-year agreement.
Arsenal
On 21 September 2020, Rúnar Alex signed for Premier League club Arsenal on a four-year deal. He chose the number 13 at the club. Rúnar Alex made his debut for the club on 29 October 2020, keeping a clean sheet in a 3–0 UEFA Europa League win over League of Ireland side Dundalk at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal faced Manchester City in the EFL Cup quarter-finals on 22 December. With the score at 1–1, Rúnar Alex let Riyad Mahrez's free kick slip through his arms to put Manchester City back in front. Arsenal lost the tie 4–1. After first choice goalkeeper Bernd Leno was sent off against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 2 February 2021, Rúnar Alex made his Premier League debut as a substitute for Thomas Partey in a 2–1 away defeat.
Loan spells
On 31 August 2021, Rúnar Alex joined Belgian First Division A club OH Leuven on loan until the end of the season. On 27 October 2021, Rúnar Alex made his first appearance of the season for OH Leuven in their 2–1 Belgian Cup win over Lierse Kempenzonen, with his league debut coming one month later on 26 November 2021 in a 3-1 away win to league leaders Union SG. On 15 August 2022, Arsenal announced that Rúnar Alex was loaned to Süper Lig side Alanyaspor. On 18 August 2023, Rúnar Alex joined Championship side Cardiff City on a season long loan. He was…
- Club
- FC Nordsjælland (2014–2018)
- Club
- KR Reykjavík (2012–2014)
- Club
- Iceland national under-17 football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- Iceland national under-21 football team (2013–)
- Club
- Arsenal F.C. (2020–2024)
- Club
- Dijon FCO (2018–2020)
- Club
- Oud-Heverlee Leuven (2021–2022)
- National team
- Iceland
Личное
Rúnar Alex is the son of Rúnar Kristinsson, a former professional footballer.
Клубы
- Iceland national under-21 football team2013сейчас
- Iceland national under-17 football team2011–2012
- KR Reykjavík2012–2014
- FC Nordsjælland2014–2018
- Dijon FCO2018–2020
- Arsenal F.C.2020–2024
- Oud-Heverlee Leuven2021–2022
Играл вместе с
Aaron RamsdaleArsenal F.C. · 2021–2024
Aaron RamseyArsenal F.C. · 2008–2019- Abasse BaDijon FCO · 2001–2007
Abdoulaye BambaDijon FCO · 2010
Abdoulaye MéïtéDijon FCO · 2011–2012- Abdul MuminFC Nordsjælland · 2017–2020
Abdul-Yakuni IddiOud-Heverlee Leuven · 2014–2015- Abe HartleyArsenal F.C. · 1899–1899
Abou DiabyArsenal F.C. · 2006–2015
Aboubakar KeitaOud-Heverlee Leuven · 2019–2019- Aboubakar KeitaOud-Heverlee Leuven · 2019
- Abu FrancisFC Nordsjælland
Архив
Паспорт
Идентификаторы и алиасы
Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson is an Icelandic professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Danish Superliga club Copenhagen. He has also previously played for Dijon, Nordsjælland, KR Reykjavik and Arsenal.
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